With all my industry experience, I understand that being leadership is a different journey. It transcends mere titles and requires continuous learning.
You need to be in a cycle of continuous learning and apply what is being learned. There is another term in between this cycle is to teach/mentor others to learn better.
Teach to Learn and Learn to Teach.
To cultivate wisdom, ability to apply the knowledge, to touch multiple facets of life and work, learn and Teach.
Levels of Leadership
In my recent exploration through the CXO Incubator, I came across milestones of teaching include:
Shikshak (Teacher): The foundational level, where one imparts essential knowledge and skills.
Adyapak (Educator): A more advanced stage, focusing on specialized and deeper insights.
Upadhyay (Preceptor): Guiding others adding his wisdom and practices.
Acharya (Master): The pinnacle of scholarship and holistic mentorship.
Beyond these, there are other significant roles such as:
Guru: A spiritual teacher guiding profound personal and spiritual growth.
Pandit: A scholar with deep expertise in specific fields.
Muni/Rishi: A sage dedicated to spiritual and philosophical pursuits.
Sadhu/Sannyasi: An ascetic living a life of spiritual renunciation and simplicity.
The Essence of Leadership
Each of these roles carries its own significance, yet they share a common truth: both learning and teaching must be perpetual. One cannot thrive without the other. Your current level of leadership influences your work, your people, and your society profoundly.
Core Principles for Leadership Growth
Evolve: Commit to lifelong learning and embrace change.
Influence: Use your knowledge to inspire and guide others.
Impact: Strive to make a lasting positive difference in your community and beyond.
In the grand tapestry of leadership, the key is to set your core to evolve, influence, and impact. By doing so, you ensure not only your growth but also the enrichment of those around you, creating a ripple effect of positive change.
To reach any level you need to start with what you have, set your core, set your belief system, set the discipline and go through the process.
Stay tuned,
Prashant Penumatsa
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