Great leaders believe, but one of the crowning achievements of leadership is to get others to believe. When people truly believe in something they accomplish amazing things. What are some of the things you have done to get others to believe?

The best leaders are optimistic leaders. Here is a great story for leaders that they can use. I came across a “Dear Abby” post a little while back that I thought you might enjoy. In response to a previous letter, this reader provides an optimistic way to look to the future.

You can never quit. You can’t give up on your vision and you can’t give up on those you lead. You can’t give up! You may not have it all figured out, but you have to keep kicking, keep squirming and keep swimming until you eventually reach the top.

It is an interesting personal story of how a leader, in this a case a teacher, can impact a child for years. There is an interesting twist to this story though. Read below.