My Time As Chief
At the end of August, I stepped off the Chief Council. It was an incredible learning experience and I feel both humbled and proud to have served the men of Momentum. In fact, I can directly connect my experience to some specific improvements I now have in my life. Looking back over nearly 3 years, here are some of what I’ve learned about myself and what I will continue to work on.
Momentum Leadership Series: Lessons For and From Our Chiefs — Jerry Strebig
I stepped into this leadership role with the clear intent to bring vigorous warrior energy to balance introspection. As my leadership stint was ending, I realized I had not yet accomplished all that I had envisioned, and stepped back into leadership to finish the job. This allowed me to ultimately step down with a greater sense of accomplishment and fulfillment.
Momentum Leadership Series: Lessons For and From Our Chiefs — Bill Burton
After participating in the founding of a men’s organization that thrives to this day, I was chosen to lead it, one of my proudest moments. Never having led before, I discovered that with the support of passionate, sincere men behind me, I could push through self-doubt and fear to accomplish great things in all aspects of my life.
Momentum Leadership Series: Lessons For and From Our Chiefs — Mark Thorpe
Recovering from a life-threatening health challenge propelled me to live more fully and tackle more audacious goals. I stepped into Momentum leadership to make bold changes that flew in the face of the status quo. In doing so, I learned how to declare a vision and let go of the details, and that a little creative destruction can be a good thing.
Leading from Authenticity Drives Success
Momentum experience has shown consistently that authenticity is a key ingredient for success as a leader. It occurs only when your vision aligns with your core values; your words and actions are congruent with your vision; and the intended outcome of the endeavor is faithful to your vision. When all three are true for you, you will be more successful in enrolling followers who will implement your vision.