We have a lot to learn from Joseph in terms of achieving excellence in leadership (key verses Genesis 31 -50 and Exodus 1).
I have highlighted some of the principles, below:
1. The Principle of VISION: Had a vision (you need to see beyond your now). God showed him the future. Prov 28v19
2. The principle of QUIET TRUST in God: suffering cruelty without complaining - Joshua 1v8, Isaiah 40:31
3. The principle of ENDURANCE: Endured temptation (Youth will be tempted in this area) without falling (Potiphar's wife).
4. The principle of EXCELLENCE. Deut 28v13 fruit of obedience
5. The Principle of BEING trustworthy: Was trustworthy in spite of his difficulties
6. The Principle of NOT COMPLAINING: Did not complain despite the appearance of things (From palace to prison -dungeon)!
7. The PRINCIPLE of STAYING FAITHFUL:He understood the times and was faithful to God at all times
8. The PRINCIPLE OF HUMILITY: Gave glory to God. That is why Potiphar/The prison guard and Pharaoh knew, he was the best man for the job! They were blessed/will be blessed because of him.
9. The PRINCIPLE OF BEING AN ASSET: Was an asset not a liability.
10. The Principle of TAKING OPPORTUNITIES: Applied Wisdom (not only interpreted the dream, he offered a solution).
11. The PRINCIPLE OF FORGIVING ALL: Had a forgiving Spirit (was not bitter- his brothers sold him, Pharaoh's prison guard forgot him, Potiphar doubted him). Are you getting bitter or better
Do you have a vision? What is it?
How do you communicate? Do you evaluate to know if the communication has been well received? How?
Do you act on feed back received as a result of your communication?
How is your attitude towards conflict?
Excel, that is the way forward.
Where do we go from here?
Redefine your leadership. I am a... Inno
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