16 Quotes & Sayings By Thomas Narofsky

Thomas Narofsky is the author of the "New York Times" bestselling memoir, "I Want to Write a Book." He's also the co-host of One More Thing with Tom & J.P. , a nationally-syndicated podcast featuring authors, actors, producers, and musicians talking about what they're working on.

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Leadership begins inside of you. Leadership is about you, the people you influence and a belief that you can make a difference and have an impact. Leadership starts with a condition of the heart — the desire and passion to make a difference before it moves to the brain to implement a plan to make a difference. It is an inside-out process and is shaped by your values, character, choices, opportunities, experiences and your worldview. Thomas Narofsky
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We need leaders who can meet and adapt to new challenges, build strategic partnerships, build and sustain human capital organizations, and have the courage to act and react to the challenges Thomas Narofsky
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We were meant to live courageous and bold lives and not lives of mediocrity. However, we have to live our lives actively and on purpose each day to be unstoppable. Thomas Narofsky
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Give life no quarter…pursue it with passion and purpose Thomas Narofsky
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Purpose expresses most deeply what makes you a unique individual. Your purpose defines who you are, how you live your life and how you lead. Your purpose provides you with inner strength and drive to live and lead each day. It equips you with what you need to face the challenges of the day and of life. Your purpose provides context and meaning to your life. Thomas Narofsky
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All leadership begins from inside a person and must be developed and grown as they grow into emerging and enduring leaders Thomas Narofsky
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To change you must want to change, you must be responsible for the change, and then take action to make the change. It is your race to run so you need to choose your road wisely. Thomas Narofsky
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Your decisions are the A.I.R. (Action, Impact, and Result) or the breath of life you take each day to live. Each decision is made from your action, the impact of the action, and the results of that action. Thomas Narofsky
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Life is a choice. Your choices each day determine what outcomes happen in your life. It is by choice, not by chance, that will determine your life. An Unstoppable Life begins by taking responsibility for your choices. Thomas Narofsky
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As a leader, if you can no longer inspire your people it is time to step aside and let someone else take the lead Thomas Narofsky
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Living on purpose and serving a higher purpose breathes life into you every day and gives you the desire to reach your goals. You need to live each day congruently by living within your beliefs and values. Unleashing your inspired life starts with living your life’s purpose. Thomas Narofsky
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It is your life... O W N IT! Your life purpose empowers you and enables you to live life abundantly. Empowerment begins by taking responsibility for your life and being accountable for your actions. Empowerment is the courage to live passionately and purposefully each day Thomas Narofsky
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Your journey through life and self-discovery is much like the start of a new day. As you grow, develop, and reinvent yourself, the tendrils of light tear through the darkness of your untapped potential and uncharted territory. As you learn more, discover your life’s purpose, and establish a vision for your future, the light shines through on your true self. Thomas Narofsky
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Now is the time to reinvent yourself and develop a new plan of action. Now is the time to create new actions and practices that are focused on growth and development in your personal and professional life. Now is the time to unleash your leadership potential and ignite your passion to lead. Thomas Narofsky
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We have an infinite ability to make an impact but we have a finite time here to make a difference and to leave some sort of legacy Thomas Narofsky