Leadership Affirmations

• I am a leader
• I'm not afraid to decide.  When anything goes wrong, I face reality, and decide what's best for everyone, not just myself
• I know how to respond in an instant.  Just do what's best.  Just do the right thing.
• I'm candid in the moment
• I think on my feet, and when someone knocks me on  my ass
• I'm not afraid to talk without a script
• I'm not afraid to make a mistake
• I take responsibility for my decisions and my errors - I take "blame" out of the leadership equation
• I tell the truth, so I don't have to mince my words, or have to remember what I said
• I earn respect
• I earn trust
• I select the best people to help me lead (not my best friend's) - I will attract the best people in the country and the best people in the world.
• When people offer their help.  I will accept their offers as often as I can
• I set goals with my people, not for them
• I stand up for what is right
• I won't back down from those who seek to harm us
• I won't back down from those who oppose freedom
• I speak from strength and conviction
• I listen with the intent to understand
• Id don't ask for respect, I earn it
• People may not like my decisions, but they will like me personally
• I am resilient
• I recover quickly and with a resilient attitude
• I resolve to do better next time
• I do everything I can to build and maintain my reputation
• I'm not just a leader, I'm a student of leadership (Gitomer, 2011, p. 216-217).

What are some leadership affirmations that you use?