The Spark

An important adult in my life recently suggested that I do something I've never considered -- to take the initiative.

It seems simple, and yet the thought didn't occur to me on my own. Have you ever caught yourself wishing for a situation to become better, only to realize that you could be the very spark that creates that ideal future? It's intoxicating. And empowering.

After I warmed up to the idea of taking the responsibility for the events in my life as well as the life of my organization, it became clear to me that I hold power -- much more than I had imagined.