I usually start my Saturday mornings by reading blogs, articles, or newsletters I subscribe to. Some may think there are other ways I could begin my day, but for me, I carve out that time for learning and growth. With coffee in hand, it\u2019s my way of sparking thinking for the week ahead and generating ideas for writing and reflection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When I opened my friend George Couros\u2019<\/a> weekly newsletter<\/a> last week, it didn\u2019t surprise me that he was doing what he does best\u2026shining the light on others. He\u2019s done this for me countless times. George continuously models and illuminates the idea that we must lift others up so they can be better for the students, colleagues, and communities they serve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This quote struck me:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWhen you have the spotlight shining on you as a leader, the best thing you can do is turn it around to shine that light on others.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Think about that. You have the unique opportunity to recognize the gifts in others\u2026gifts they may not see in themselves. This sentiment is written throughout my book, The Leader Inside<\/a><\/em>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n A few weeks ago, George did it again, he featured one of my blog posts<\/a> on his own blog<\/a>, the very blog that once inspired me to start and maintain my own. When I thanked him for making my day, he simply replied, \u201cYOU made your day.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n