Leadership Lessons: From Traversing a Border to Living the American Dream

Discover the powerful leadership lessons I learned as a 1 1/2-year-old crossing the Mexican-American border with my parents. Please read about the experience in the previous post.

Here, I’ll share their incredible journey and the invaluable insights it taught me.

  1. Embrace Courage and Determination: Witnessing my parents’ bravery in the face of adversity taught me the importance of taking risks and staying committed as a leader.
  2. Seek Help without Hesitation: Successful leaders understand that seeking assistance is a sign of strength, not weakness. Learn from my parents’ decision to ask for help when needed.
  3. Show Gratitude: I am forever grateful for the sacrifices my parents made to provide me with a better future. As a leader, it’s vital to appreciate and acknowledge those who contribute to your success.
  4. Envision Your Path: Take inspiration from my parents’ unwavering pursuit of a better future. Leaders must have a clear vision that guides their actions and motivates others.
  5. Harness Optimism and Inspire Hope: Through the hardships, my parents never lost hope. As a leader, maintaining optimism and instilling hope within your team is crucial, especially in challenging times.

Published by Robert Larios

As President & CEO of the Employees Club of California, I lead a highly dedicated and talented team who work vigorously to celebrate the lives and work of city, county and state government employees by honoring, recognizing, thanking, and expressing gratitude for serving their American communities. From a Mexican immigrant to an American CEO, I learned the power of overcoming struggle, and I want to share that with you in the hopes that the lessons I learned from my journey can help you find your inner strength, personal growth, and your definition of success. 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒅 𝑹𝒐𝒐𝒕𝒔 π‘­π’“π’π’Ž: π‘΄Γ©π’™π’Šπ’„π’, 𝑼.𝑺.𝑨.

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