Influence is simply the ability to encourage someone to see things differently, to push them to rise above their own limitations, and to help them realize their potential. It\u2019s not about being the loudest voice in the room or commanding authority. True leadership is about empowering others and encouraging them to become better versions of themselves.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n When I was new to my leadership journey, I made the constant mistake of thinking I needed to have every answer to every problem that came my way. And man, were there problems! I felt like a leader had to know exactly how to solve any challenge, offer a solution to every question, and fix any issue that came up. Yes, as a leader we need to be problem solvers. And solve them with a smile on our face. But I thought that if I didn\u2019t have all the answers, I wasn\u2019t truly leading. And that my Team would think less of me and lose respect. This mindset weighed heavily on me, creating stress and honestly, unnecessary pressure. What I came to realize, over time, was that leadership isn\u2019t about having all the answers – it\u2019s about creating an environment where people feel empowered to solve problems on their own, and where I could be the guide, not the hero.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here are a few different examples of leadership in ways you might not even realize… <\/p>\n\n\n\n You don\u2019t need to be a jack-of-all-trades. Leadership doesn\u2019t require mastering every skill or knowing everything. Often, you only need to be good at one or two things – things that matter – and apply them consistently. It\u2019s the small acts of guidance, encouragement, and support that, when done right, have the power to change everything. It\u2019s very easy to overthink leadership, especially when we try to emulate what we see in popular culture or the world\u2019s most famous leaders. But in reality, leadership is simply the art of influencing others to be better. And we all have that power within us “Leadership is not about being the smartest person in the room, it\u2019s about bringing out the best in others.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n As you begin to land the plane on 2024, consider embracing a simpler, more intentional approach to leadership in the new year. How can you steward your time to focus on what truly matters – both the tasks and, more importantly, the people who make it all happen? Always remember, leadership is about people first. We are in the people business and our people are in the trades. How are you using your influence to elevate and empower those around you? Keep it simple – The most profound impact starts with the smallest, deliberate actions!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" “The more you overthink, the less you achieve. Focus on solving the problem, not analyzing it to death.” \u2014 Dan Martell Leadership is often seen as a complex\u00a0role. And I won’t deny the fact that being a person of influence isn’t easy by any means. Everywhere you look now, there are countless books, podcasts, speakers, … Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1208,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4,5,11],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1197","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-leadership","category-motivational","category-organizational-growth"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/samgembel.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1197","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/samgembel.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/samgembel.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/samgembel.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/samgembel.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1197"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/samgembel.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1197\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1210,"href":"https:\/\/samgembel.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1197\/revisions\/1210"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/samgembel.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1208"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/samgembel.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1197"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/samgembel.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1197"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/samgembel.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1197"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}\n
In the landscape or service industry, whether you\u2019re leading a team on the ground or managing operations from a desk, your influence can shape the work culture, impact your team\u2019s morale, and influence the quality of service you deliver. And the best part? That influence isn\u2019t limited to the job site or your office – it spreads outward into your community, your industry, and even your family life!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Remember, leadership isn\u2019t about a title, a position, or having all the answers. It\u2019s about how you use your influence to make those around you want to be the best versions of themselves. And that starts with YOU and ME wanting to be the best versions of ourselves. And with just a few focused actions and a genuine desire to help others grow, you can change the world. I promise!<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/samgembel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/DALL\u00b7E-2024-12-15-13.41.14-A-realistic-scene-of-a-stressed-out-landscaper-talking-to-his-employees-in-a-landscaping-environment.-The-landscaper-dressed-in-casual-work-attire-wi-1.webp\")
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