"Oh, the Places You'll Go!"

Hello, my name is Karee and I am super excited to be in this leadership class. Though I know that the only way to really become a good leader is by getting out there and actually serving, I am really excited to hear from other leaders. I learn by example and I cannot wait to hear how they have served and some tips that they have for me on how I can personally become a better leader.

People are always watching, especially if that person is in a leadership position. That is why I have decided to name my blog "Oh The Places We Can Go" after the Dr. Seuss book, "Oh the Places You'll Go!" I choose this title because a to go anywhere a group needs a leader that can lead, but also a leader that can serve. A leader should not take all the credit, but should recognize the help that all the members make a contribution and are needed. A quote that my bishop used to say all the time applies to this concept, "I'll lift you, you lift me and we will ascend together." A leader needs to be humble and see that they are really nothing without the help of others.

I will be quoting from Dr. Seuss's book quite often to add some encouragement.

"You won't lag behind, because you'll have the speed.
You'll pass the whole gang and you'll soon take the lead."

As a leader it is important that you set a good example for those that you lead and that you are living in a way that others can follow you. I am hoping that by the end of this course I will have a good idea of how I can go forward at the right speed so that others can follow me, but I am still able to stay close enough to help others along the way.