A 'Radical Leap' in Life and Work
Steve Farber’s Approach
Hello Leap Year Subscribers,
In the spirit of the transformation and growth our community embodies, I'm excited to share a book that's been a compass for structural change – Steve Farber's "Radical Leap." The title is a clever play on words AND an acronym that underlines the core principles. Steve advocates for:
Love what you do, and let it resonate in all your actions.
Energize yourself and others with your vision and enthusiasm.
Audacity to dream big and challenge the status quo.
Proving grounds for our values in the steps we take.
Farber's concept doesn't just apply to leaders in the traditional sense of organizations but to each of us as we navigate the unpredictable terrain of our personal lives. His ideas resonate with the belief that to make significant strides, we must be willing to take that 'leap.' Let’s take a look at each letter and the corresponding word in his acronym.
Love: Farber starts with what should be at the heart of all endeavors - love. It's about finding passion in your work and life, which fuels perseverance. In a year that only comes once every four years, what better time to ask ourselves if what we're doing sparks joy and purpose?
Energy: As all my subscribers should know by now, we have an extra day to energize our intentions in a Leap Year.
Farber reminds us that our energy is contagious and the driving force behind bringing our visions to life.
Audacity: This year, be audacious. Farber's teachings encourage us to break the mold, set ambitious goals, and leap beyond our comfort zones. With an extra day on the calendar, why not put the bar a little higher?
Proof: In 'Leap' years and every year, our actions prove our commitment to our values. Farber champions that authenticity in our efforts speaks volumes about our character and determination. When friends and family call me “stubborn,” I consider it a compliment. Do you? Said another way, it means you’re committed to your goals and values.
As we embrace Leap Year, ponder these principles as an excellent framework for your personal growth. Are we loving deeply, energizing our dreams, audacious in our goals, and proving our values through tangible actions?
Sometimes, it takes principles AND a radical leap to transform aspirations into a more meaningful reality.
Please share how you're making this Leap Year count and which letter in Farber’s L.E.A.P. resonates most with you. Let's inspire each other with stories of important change and leaps of faith that redefine your limits in 2024.
It’s Your Time,
Jim Flint