Pilots & Passengers

Are you thriving, or surviving?

Author

Jim Martin
October 04, 2024

I hope you and yours are safe, following the impacts of Hurricane Helene.

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Today, I am reminded of a conversation I had with my dad, several years ago. 

I was reflecting on the circumstances present at that time, specifically, how individuals were responding to those circumstances.

Some were reinventing themselves and thriving, while others were really struggling to survive. 

And rightfully so. In recent years, many of us have had our resolve, acumen, and resilience tested like never before.

With that, I’m reminded of what my dad said, (being a long-time aviator):

“You know, in life, you’re either a pilot, a co-pilot, or a passenger…thriving or surviving.”

The Point?

If you spend your time starring at the back of people’s heads wondering when you’re going to arrive, you are not the pilot… (or the leader)

…And when you’re a business owner or CEO, you need to be the pilot. 

If you’re a high-level manager within your organization, you need to be the co-pilot. 

If you are a support team member – happy to let someone else do the "flying," you need to be the very best “passenger” you can.

Granted, there is a certain symbiosis that accompanies these levels, but with enough observation and interest, the passenger can become the co-pilot, and then the pilot.

Are you thriving or surviving?

It’s time to take a more firm grasp of the sticks and climb to new heights!

Kind Regards,

PS: There’s a real person on the other side of these messages, so go on, comment back and say hello - I’d love to start a dialogue :-)

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