Great Leaders Ask For Help

Nobody reaches greatness by himself or herself, and nothing great
is ever achieved in isolation. If we want to go for greatness, we
must ask for the support we need.


 


The best leaders on the planet understand that they need their
team to reach their goals, and so they ask for help and provide
the opportunity for others to step up.


 


Until this afternoon, I thought I was pretty good at asking for
help.


 


“You’ve done a great job asking for donations for Swim Across
America,” Jane, my coach, said to me, “But have you asked your
fans to help you get the word out about your new speech?”


 


She nailed me when she followed that up with, “It’s easier to
make the ask when the outcome doesn’t directly benefit you.” Of
course, this provided some great fodder for journaling and
self-reflection this evening.


 


Considering how much I coach others to ask for help, it’s my turn
to step up and ask for your help.


 


My newest keynote speech, Provoke Ability: How to skillfully
leverage the talent on your team, has gotten some great reviews.


 


I would like to talk to other leaders/executives – if you know
anyone who could benefit from hearing this message, please have
them email me directly at: mb@measurablegreatness.com


 


Thank you!


 


Here’s to Your Greatness,


 


Misti Burmeister


 


 


P.S. Yes, it made me uncomfortable to ask for your help, but I
suppose this type of discomfort is where greatness lies.