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I’ve watched several films that document extraordinary individuals who led epic change – modifications to the status quo that amounted to life enhancement for many people.

What are the characteristics that comprise their personalities? What compels them to move forward in the face of ever mounting obstacles and behemoth sized push back? As I’ve stated in previous blog posts, change agents are the opposite of “yes men” in that they have an unwavering commitment to following their conscience. Turn the page…

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What distinguishes leaders of resistance is their willingness to stand apart.

Their behavior is 180 degrees from the concept of mobbing – in which half the people are delighted to bully another person, and the remainder hide behind the bully’s skirt. Members of resistance are nothing like bystanders who stand to the side and watch the horror unfold. Turn the page…

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