June 9th, 2009 - Are you a laboring artist or visionary?

"An artist is not paid for his labor, but his vision." - Author Unknown

Professionals in management and leaderships roles, tack this quote on your forehead if you want to become more productive and achieve more success. This quote may be talking about artist, but it applies to professionals in leadership roles as well. You can't be up to big things if you continue doing the little things.

Once you become a leader, your roll shifts from task oriented to visionary. Your ability to get things done and think outside the box is what got you to where you are, and your ability to enroll others in your vision is what's going to keep you there. You now become the artist who paints a vivid picture for your team to follow. You set the intention, the expectations, the guidelines, and the support system in which your team can flourish and succeed. And then you get out of their way and let them do what they do best so you can do what you do best - build a vision.

This week, ask yourself if you're showing up as a laboring artist or a visionary.

If you are having trouble creating a vision and a plan of action for your team and need some direction, email me for a Get Acquainted Session today at: Info@CookieTuminello.com.