Elite-Level Leaders Never Stop Learning
One of the greatest misconceptions about success is that you “arrive” at a finish line. That it's like winning a championship. When you earn the trophy the work is done. But here's the truth.. leadership is the lifelong practice of growth. It’s the hunger to keep learning, the courage to keep going, and the vision to keep dreaming bigger.
That’s why an elite-level leader is a learner. The pursuit of knowledge fuels progress and the very best leaders use what they learn to inspire others. They share their curiosity, strengthen their teams, and develop talent at every turn. It's not about what you receive.. it’s about what you give. It's the discretionary effort to be great at what you do 80% of the time and give a piece of yourself to others with the remaining 20%. If enough people care anything is possible.
Elite-level leaders never peak. Let’s never stop learning. Keep rising and keep dreaming BIG 🚀
I’m a McDermott as well; keen to learn from you…lifelong learners in business!!! Ty
CXO Middlefield
1moLife long learners = Life long performers
Hey Bill. Long time no see. We should grab coffee soon.
Senior Process and Operations Professional | Governance, Risk, and Compliance Leader | Customer Support | Customer Experience | Operational Excellence | Scoutmaster
1moWell stated Bill McDermott! I can't imagine how unsettling it would be to stop learning, inspiring, and growing. The idea of reaching a 'peak' level and stopping is unsettling!
100M+ construction equipment & rental transactions analyzed. “In God we trust. All others bring data.” Finding 80/20 patterns most overlook.
1moGreat wisdom to be a continuous learning machine. Thank you