In the first Avengers movie, Nick Fury, Samuel L. Jackson’s character, is there to lead the disparate group of super-specially-talented independent people. He’s the inspiration that drives them and the glue that keeps them together despite the strong personalities and desires to be individual achievers and heroes. Do you have a team of Avengers or only a bunch of super-talented individuals? Read and find out.
With gratitude to the 16 young leaders who let me into their honest opinions. I asked them, “What is the respectful environment that allows you to perform at their best? Describe it.” These are the responses I received.
Endless accomplishment without acknowledgement can make you feel tired and unhappy. In effect, you are the groundhog who always sees their shadow and is constantly in hibernation mode, doing and doing, but probably not at your best, nor is your work at its best. If you want to recapture your energy, focus, passion, and live up to your potential, celebrate a job well done before moving on to the next big thing.
