Dictionary.com defines a Manifesto as “a public declaration of intentions, opinions, objectives, or motives.” As a way to say thank you for your continued support, I will be giving away my kindle book “The Manifesto Of An Influential Leader” from November 3rd through November 7th.
This manifesto is the result of thoughts and concepts compiled over the last two years and that were used in creating my 5 Pillars of Influential Leadership.
In everything that I do, I try and add value and provide a way forward. This manifesto provides a teaching technique similar to that which I used earlier this year in Guatemala with the John Maxwell Organization. I was part of a team of about 150 coaches that trained over 20,000 Guatemalan leaders in the areas of leadership and personal growth. We literally watched a Nation change that week and I want you to have this same opportunity!
Back to the definition. I would like to better describe the “why” behind this manifesto based on the definition above.
A PUBLIC DECLARATION OF INTENTIONS
Clearly publishing a document on Amazon makes it public, but I would like to better address my intentions. The intent of this manifesto is to provide a resource that is user friendly and easily put into use by following simple instructions and guidelines. This manifesto is intended to be used by anyone that is currently facing any number of the challenges that I have identified. It can be used one time or numerous times depending on the needs, desires and commitment of the reader.
OPINIONS
We all know about “opinions.” I would rather describe my opinions as thoughts based on my personal experiences over the past 48 years on this earth, 30 plus years in the business world, 26 years of marriage, and as the father of two sons currently attending college. I have drawn conclusions (ok – opinions) based on my experiences and trust me, I have had as many bad as good. My hope is that you can learn from these experiences.
OBJECTIVES
My objective is simple. To provide a tool that you can use to improve your personal or professional life. Ideally, this would include your friends, family and your team at work. I have seen this work! It is important to know that this manifesto will not solve your problems or eliminate the challenges that you are currently facing. That has to come from you. This manifesto will however, provide you a way to accomplish that.
MOTIVES
My motive is also simple. As stated before, this works. I have used this in my own life to move the needle. To improve my attitude. To overcome adversity. To not only change my circumstances, but change myself. Have you ever had something you thought was really cool and you couldn’t stand the thought of keeping it to yourself? You just had to share it with others. Well, that’s what I am doing. I want you to have it and use it. My compensation is knowing that it made a difference in your life and hopefully in the lives of those around you. If you feel inclined, an amazon review would be much appreciated.
No up-sell or hidden agenda here. I simply want you to experience the success that I have using this. I encourage you to share it with as many people as you can. There are no additional things to buy and you don’t even need to go anywhere. Although it has been framed to be used in a group setting, the principles also apply to an individual. So go on, check it out. Trust me, you have everything to gain and really nothing to lose.
A very simple challenge today: CLICK HERE
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Barry Smith 11/3/13 photo by Author © Building What Matters 2013
Excellent stuff my friend – thank you for sharing! Hope you are having a brilliant week! John 🙂