Joseph Lalonde

Empowering Young Leaders With The Tools To Thrive In A Hectic World

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15 Encouragements For Young Leaders

February 6, 2013 — 30 Comments

One of the greatest joys of my life has been pouring into the lives of young leaders. Seeing the hunger and drive of their youth is invigorating.

And yet we see young leaders fall to the wayside far too often. Hurt, discouraged, ready to give up.

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This is why we must find ways to stay encouraged. A discouraged leader does his team no good.

Today I want to offer you 15 encouragements as you take the leadership journey. Some will apply to situations you’re currently facing. Others will apply to the situations that will be coming. Tuck these pieces of encouragement away and pull them out when you need them. Read more...

In Leadership authenticity, change, encouragement, responsibility, vision, young leaders

Great Leaders Do This

January 28, 2013 — 26 Comments

Leaders are leaders for a reason. You and other leaders are willing to take the first step and guide others.

You’re the one people look to in times of trouble. You’re the one to give direction.

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I recently came across a story from 2005 about sheep in the town of Gevas, Turkey. Here’s what happened:

Shepherds were watching the flock as they grazed on a cliff. Breakfast came and the shepherds decided to take off to eat, leaving the sheep to themselves. Read more...

In Leadership followers, great leaders, leadership, responsibility