Chapter 2

Be Purposeful

The second change-leadership takeaway is to be purposeful. Once you know what you want, develop clear goals, venture out, build energy and renew yourself periodically.

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Use the Rule of 3s

Priority setting and sequencing activities are crucial to a purpose-driven life. I learned early that when faced with a lot, I must always ask myself, “What are the three areas of focus that will get me the most yardage toward where I am going?” This is what I call the Rule of 3s.

Once the priorities are clear, follow up relentlessly as you move in the direction you want to go. Wherever possible, gain extra leverage by delegating to ...

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