Passion and Commitment

 "Anyone can dabble, but once you've made that commitment, 

your blood has that particular thing in it, and it's very hard

 for people to stop you" - Bill Cosby

Commitment is the base and foundation needed to start change. This commitment is driven by the passion within someone. Passion and commitment create the leaders of our world. By being passionate and committed you are less likely to burnout or resent the change project you are leading. But, how do you ensure that your commitment to change remains aligned with your personal values when, in a group atmosphere, you have several different opinions contributing?

 I personally always refer back to the core values statement of my organization to confirm that the plan of action mirrors the values and goal our founders set many years ago. Because I believe and identify so strongly with our organization’s values I can use the ritual book to remind others of our purpose in creating a change such as mandatory study tables. The ritual book has helped me become a successful leader who upholds values both personally and within the organization.