Can we all agree on one universal truth? Standing in line is the absolute worst. Whether it’s at the coffee shop, the airport, or (heaven forbid) the DMV, it feels like the ultimate test of patience. You start out optimistic, checking your emails, maybe catching up on a podcast (might I recommend C-Level Up or Suite Speak?)… but 10 minutes in, you're calculating how fast you can realistically survive on just caffeine fumes.
As executive leaders, don’t we kind of feel the same in business? We’re used to making decisions, moving things forward, getting stuff done. Standing still? Nah, not our thing. But here’s the deal: sometimes in leadership, we need to be OK with standing in line.
Whether it's waiting for the right strategy to pay off, a deal to close, or that one person on the team to finally "get it" - we can't always fast-track our way through. Leadership means knowing when to step up, but also when to wait.
And let’s be real: if you can survive a 45-minute wait for a $6 latte, you can handle a bit of patience in business too. Bonus points if you’re using that time to strategize your next big move.
So friends, next time you’re stuck in line, remember: patience is just another word for executive leadership training.