People talk all the time about leaving a legacy, but so many times leaders, teachers, and parents-all of us get it wrong.
The following is the philosophy of Charles Schultz, the creator of the "Peanuts" comic strip who asked some important leadership questions.
The following is the philosophy of Charles Schultz, the creator of the "Peanuts" comic strip who asked some important leadership questions.
1. Name the 5 wealthiest people in the world.
2. Name the last 5 Heisman trophy winners.
3. Name the last 5 Miss America winners.
4. Name 10 people who have won the Nobel prize.
5. Name the last 5 world series winners.
2. Name the last 5 Heisman trophy winners.
3. Name the last 5 Miss America winners.
4. Name 10 people who have won the Nobel prize.
5. Name the last 5 world series winners.
How did you do? I failed on every one. They are the best in their field yet, the applause dies quickly and the awards soon fade.
Now try this Charles Schultz quiz below.
Now try this Charles Schultz quiz below.
1. List 3 teachers who aided your journey through school.
2. Name 3 friends who have helped you through tough times.
3. Name 3 folks who have mentored you through life.
4. Think of 5 folks who you enjoy spending time with.
5. Think of 3 people who have made you feel appreciated.
2. Name 3 friends who have helped you through tough times.
3. Name 3 folks who have mentored you through life.
4. Think of 5 folks who you enjoy spending time with.
5. Think of 3 people who have made you feel appreciated.
That was a lot easier for me.
The lesson: The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the most credentials, the most money or the most awards, They are the ones that "care" and you know them personally. Leadership at its best.
The lesson: The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the most credentials, the most money or the most awards, They are the ones that "care" and you know them personally. Leadership at its best.
