Not everyone is a thoughtleader

My last post about thoughtleadership was well-received because, frankly, who doesn’t want to be a thoughtleader? While not everyone has what it takes, many who do are still not stepping forward. And we need them to, especially now.

I’ve been doing this for 20 years so here are my two cents on what makes for good thoughtleadership.

What makes a thoughtleader?

• Substance: Your message is well thought-out and consistent
• Timely: You know what’s going on in the world
• Bold: You aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo
• Authentic: The vision is yours and you stand behind it
• Community: There’s a community out there that wants to hear from you

If you would like my help to get your ideas out into the world, just drop me a line.