HOW RUNNING IN MARATHONS HELPS BUILDING LEADERSHIP

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FASTCOLLAB

• HOW RUNNING IN MARATHONS HELPS BUILDING
  LEADERSHIP

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• Our life is mainly driven by the life goals. Life
  goals are measured by our success and the path
  which determine our satisfaction. Most of us will
  be having both personal and professional goals. A
  good leader is like a marathon runner.
• Set small goals In marathon, runners set small
  distance marks to achieve first, this gradually
  takes them to reach the big target of reaching
  the finishing line. Similarly, business owners
  should not be in a hurry to take big leaps on
  first day itself. 
• Let go, sometimes We cannot control everything.
  Things like injuries and natural calamities
  cannot be controlled by athletes. We have to take
  what comes in our way, adapt the situation and
  give our best. Most of the time, entrepreneurs
  are pushing themselves or their team to convert
  big budget deals, knowing they do not carry the
  potential (at present) to serve that client.

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• Work with people who energize you Avoid being
  with people who pull you down, as negative energy
  spreads fast. Marathon runners run alone but
  still they draw inspiration and energy from
  fellow runners. Sometimes companies make
  mistakes, most of the moves dont work in our
  way.
• Avoid burnout Professional athletics never
  dismiss the threat of a burnout. Frequent injury
  or burnout leads to frustration. Be aware that
  burnout is expected if you ignore the signs of
  stress. Try getting good sleep and nutritious
  food. Even if your job requires you to work for
  odd times, try to sleep and awake at the same
  time daily.
• Dont forget to have fun If the marathon runner
  is not enjoying his run then there is no point of
  running. Have fun in making your world a better
  place. Connect with fellow participants, learn
  about their lives and share a bit about yours as
  well.

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