A complex problem is ALWAYS more complicated than the quick answer.

We live and work in an increasingly accountable culture where results are to be expected AND we want quick solutions/fixes. Therefore, we want EVERYTHING to rise and fall on ‘A’ leader. If you hire someone to be a leader with the expectations that they and they alone will take you to the ‘promised land’ I think the organization and the hired leader are in for a long, difficult and tumultuous season. One person’s leadership alone will not solve a poor or suffering situation, and one person’s leadership alone will not bring down a healthy, stable environment.

Therefore young leader, do NOT be tempted when looking at new opportunities with the self serving belief that you will ‘be the savior’. You might be a critical part of the building process, but IF you are a leader, you should be able to recognize that there are many factors which go into success and also into disaster.