Word power.

For 2018, instead of making a resolution I’m going to commit to a word. I got the idea from an outstanding leader I’m working with. (Another example of the teacher learning from the student.) Her word for 2017 was “Courage.” She kept it in front of her at all times. I saw her exhibit it several times and it made a tremendous difference in her career and life.

I immediately thought of what my word will be for 2018. It is “Scale.” Scale in how to make a bigger, longer-lasting difference in this world and in the lives of others. I will make it my screen saver and keep it in front of me at all times.

My question to you is, “What is your word?” Let’s say it, see it, achieve it.

Here’s to a great 2018! 

#WednesdayWisdom

James Dallas is the author of Mastering the Challenges of Leading Change: Inspire the People and Succeed Where Others Fail and an accomplished senior executive. As president of James Dallas & Associates, he consults with and speaks to companies and organizations about managing change. He has been named one of the most powerful black men in corporate America several times in his career by Black Enterprise and Savoy magazines.