I watched with awe The Avengers, was wowed by Wonder Woman and emboldened by Black Panther. Yet, each of us has some cool characteristics in common with the superhero we love to admire. We too have superpowers that can be used for the greater good while eradicating evil. No cape or tights required!
The 10 characteristics below were originally shared by a manager attending a Superhero-themed all-staff event where I was the keynote speaker. I’ve since shared them—with permission—on a couple occasions in my monthly email Communique’.
Now, I’m featuring these characteristics in this blog, embellishing each with a favorite quote…and challenging you to assess your Superhero-ness.
How do you rate on each item below?
I’d love to hear how you score on the Superhero scale!
SUPERHEROES…
- Never give up – they are persistent
“Winners never quit. Quitters never win.” – Vince Lombardi - Always get the job done
“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” – Nelson Mandela - The best at what they do
“Simply do your best and you will avoid self-judgement, self-abuse and regret.”
– Don Miguel Ruiz, Author of Four Agreements
- Crystal clear on their purpose
“Definiteness of purpose is the starting point of all achievement.” – Napoleon Hill - Not flawless – we all have our “kryptonite”
“Have the courage to be imperfect.” – Brene Brown - Don’t do what they do to seek the glory
“I am not seeking glory for myself; but there is one who seeks it, and he is the judge.”
– John 8:50 (NIV) - Help others
“If you can, help others; if you cannot do that, at least do not harm them.”
– Dalai Lama - Accomplish great feats
“You must be willing to do what others won’t do, to have what others won’t have.”
– Les Brown - Perform alone but are more powerful in teams
“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together”
– African Proverb - Strength comes from their character
“Best index of character is how you treat people who can’t do you any good.”
– Abigail Van Buren (“Dear Abby”)
