Begin to invest in productive capacity, and the ability to see people flying or shining on the platform you have set for them in support of your vision. You need to draw the best out of them so that the reach and impact of your vision becomes phenomenal. See them as your extension, the multiplication of the tentacles of your vision and mission — sometimes when they shine, they are not trying to replace you at all, they are trying to be a “little you” somewhere you cannot be, as you focus on other key strategic issues elsewhere. Archibald Marwizi
About This Quote

In this quote, Shakti Gawain is discussing how you should develop a team that supports your vision and mission. As a leader, you should choose the best people to help fulfill your vision and accomplish your goals. You can't expect all of your team members to be as good as you. You need the best people that will help you achieve your goals.

The great thing about having a team is that each member can shine in their own way because they are not trying to replace you as an authority figure or manager. Rather, they are working for you as a team member to help make your vision and mission a reality. They will be doing things differently from what you would prefer but their goal is not to replace you but to support you.

Source: Making Success Deliberate

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