a LEADER ?

“Leadership is action, not position.” This is what I firmly believe in. I never considered on the power nor fame it entails but I invest on the responsibility that was handed on to me that must rightfully fulfilled.

As the student leader of the campus, I am faced with the reality that as a human like you, I too commit mistakes. But will regret help me? No, way! Because if not for my mistakes, I will never know how to make things right. Mistakes impart many lessons to me. So this is what I want to share with you, my fellow students. Don’t be afraid to stand up when you fall down on your knees. It is typical for everyone to experience embarrassing and unforgettable situations each time. These are essential parts of our learning process. To be a leader, one doesn’t need to be perfect. Because if it’s needed, how come I’m one of your leaders now? All you need is enough acceptance with what you do wrong and ample self confidence to face the duties handed on you.

To be a leader is to let others see actions and be able to encourage them to be part of that action. Yes, everything is possible as long as your cooperation is there. Remember that a leader serves his people and not the other way around. Your actions are much appreciated than the words you utter. You will be understood more with what you do for others. If ‘Plan A’ doesn’t work, don’t worry. We still have 25 letters left in the alphabet. Moreover, we should always try as much as we can to put that plan into action. Leadership is not merely focused on who you are but also on what you do for your people. Actions do much importance than words.
Anyone who is integrated with the true knowledge and understanding of leadership is competent enough to be a leader. Are you willing to be one? Then if yes, don’t be afraid to come out for it is a great bliss to be a leader. Not because you are on top of them but because you have the opportunity to lead and serve them.

I challenge each and every one of you to carry out the responsibility posted to us, young people. And that is to stand up and be the future leaders of our nation. To end this, I would like to leave you with this quotation. “Life takes on new meaning when we invest it in others.”