Life is going to happen to every leader. The question is whether they experience it as a victim or a victor.
Talking Points:
- No matter who you are, life happens. Tough things can happen at work, home, or school. When tough things happen, there are two ways to approach them.
- The Accountable person will acknowledge the issues, own their part and work toward solutions.
- The Victim doesn’t face reality, denies problems and looks to blame everyone else for the failures.
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Identify people in your life who are like the accountable person. Identify the Victims in your life. What type of impact do these people make on those around them?
- Which cycle do you fall into more often? Why do you think that is?
- What other qualities does an accountable person have?
- What are some practical steps you can take to become an accountable person?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
Adapted from the book by Gary Keller The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results.
