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The “be first” philosophy

Be first.

It’s not about first place.
Be the first one to congratulate the winner.

It’s not winning the argument.
Be the first one to shift to positive energy and real solutions.

It’s not about being right.
Be the first one to admit when you are wrong.

It’s not about what happens.
It’s about how we respond to what happens.

The “be first” philosophy is about shifting our approach from reacting to responding. It’s about restoring personal agency when we feel the world is just heaping it on us.

Be the first one to: ________ .
forgive
show compassion
listen
smile
greet somebody new
forgive
appreciate
encourage
accept
laugh
help
care

by Jonathan

Jonathan Wilson is the CEO of Sandcastle, a leadership training and development consultancy. He frequently speaks and writes about building high performance teams. Jonathan regularly presents his latest findings and insights to business and government leaders at local, state, and national association events (both in-person and virtual). His first book, Future Leader: Rebooting Leadership to Win the Millennial and Tech Future is available now.

Tagged: Be First | Leadership

Published on: September 22, 2022

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