Disciple Leadership and Higher Ground

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Week 9 blog post: This week’s focus on Disciple Leadership really made me think about the kind of leader I want to become, not just in business, but in my home and community too. One message that stood out came from Guy Kawasaki’s talk on trust. He explained that trust begins with us. We have to be the first to trust others if we want that trust returned. That really hit home, especially as my husband and I prepare to build our real estate and contracting business. I want our company to operate with integrity, where people know they can rely on us, not just for the work, but for how we treat them.

 

One part that really caught my attention was Carly Fiorina’s point about how strong leaders ask the right questions. It made me think differently about what leadership actually looks like. Sometimes we assume leaders need to have all the answers, but often it's more about being willing to listen, learn, and figure things out as you go. Her insight into customer satisfaction, being a leading indicator of success, made a lot of sense. In our future business, I want it to be about more than just the numbers. I want our clients to feel genuinely heard and taken care of.

 

Jim Ritchie’s “Good to Great” reflection tied it all together for me. He reminded us that good is the enemy of great, and that greatness comes when we have three things: something valuable to offer, belief that we can be the best, and a deep passion for our work. That sweet spot is what I’m working toward, and it motivates me to keep learning and pushing forward.

 

Finally, hearing the stories of leaders like Captain Moroni, Abinadi, and Rosa Parks reminded me that true leadership often requires courage and sacrifice. The kind of leader I want to be isn’t just someone who gets things done, it’s someone who uplifts others and stands firm for what matters most.

 

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