All Leaders Should Run a Marathon

I’m dead serious…

The 16 weeks of intense training and the discipline required are outstanding leadership training.

Running 26.2 miles…

• is not for the weary
• is not for those who give up easily
• will HURT.
• will draw blood.
• requires passion, desire, and increased energy.
• requires prayer. (Ok, so maybe a marathon doesn’t require prayer, but it sure makes it easier. )
• takes patience and a step at a time mentality.
• takes new habits.
• takes someone at least a little crazy.
• means you have to give consistent effort.
• means you do things that hardly anyone else is willing to do.
• is one of the most rewarding things you’ll ever do.
• has a HUGE payoff.
• is easier when you listen and learn always.

And leadership is just about the same.