Why Most People are Terrible at Leading Their Own Lives (it's about vision and purpose)

Walk Through Open Doors with James Henson

🎯 Are You Leading Your Life or Just Drifting Through It?

Every person is a leader in some capacity - whether you're leading your family, your career, your team, or simply your own life. But here's the thing: most people are wandering without direction, making decisions based on whatever's in front of them instead of a clear vision.

In this episode, executive coach James Scott Henson breaks down the #1 trait that separates successful leaders from those who struggle: Clear Vision and Purpose.

🔥 What You'll Discover: • Why "being a good leader/parent/spouse" isn't actually a vision (and what IS) • The 5 core traits every effective leader shares • How to identify your true values (not what you think they should be) • The dangerous cost of living without direction • James's personal story of bouncing between 3 degrees and multiple career paths - and how clear vision changed everything • Practical steps to create your own vision and purpose starting today

💡 Key Takeaway: If you don't know where you want to go, you can't map your life out. Without vision and purpose, you'll end up building someone else's dream instead of your own.

🎧 This is Part 1 of our Leadership Series covering:

✓ Clear Vision & Purpose (this episode)

✓ Integrity

✓ Emotional Steadiness

✓ Disciplined Execution

✓ Self-Awareness

✓ Resilience (extended series)

Ready to stop drifting and start leading your life with intention?

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📧 Want the Core Values Assessment? Email James directly at [email protected] for the values list he uses with executive coaching clients.

Connect with James: 🌐 Website: www.jamesscotthenson.com

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