The harsh reality of life is that nothing remains the same. Everything is deteriorating. You might have built your dream house using the finest of materials. You may have refused to cut any corners. Nevertheless, it does not take long before the building begins to show signs of wear and tear. Our bodies might be in the peak of physical fitness today, but if neglected, will soon show signs of neglect. Organizations may have been humming along like a well-oiled machine. Yet if untended, will inevitably have problems arise. Nothing stays the same. Everything is deteriorating.
While this truth may be disconcerting, it ought not discourage true leaders. For they understand that this truth provides a compelling justification for the leader’s role. We need leaders who are continually addressing problems that arise. Wise leaders do not allow their organizations to deteriorate or to grow out of date. They address small leaks before they become major cracks.
But woe to those who suffer under lazy leaders! Issues that could have been quickly addressed are allowed to grow and fester. Problems that might have been quickly resolved, grow to gargantuan proportions due to the lazy leader’s neglect. No one ever feels like fixing a leak in the ceiling. But true leaders aren’t driven by their feelings. They are motivated by their calling.