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darrenhydro's avatar

Great post. I weigh this paradox frequently.

I think we often use the word "Vision" or "Visionary" to describe one of the most important aspects of a successful leader. However, this quality is more than simply anticipating the future; it's having the ability to credibly paint a picture of its potential by stimulating faith and belief in our ability to influence what it looks like.

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Dr. Jim Salvucci's avatar

I’ve always called this “cynical optimism.” And I’ve expressed it as “hope for the best, prepare for the worst, and expect something in between.”

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