My leadership journey started as a boy when I became obsessed with what I called the Sage on the Mountain. I’m guessing you know who I’m talking about? The Sage on the Mountain is the wise guide who rises above the chaos of everyday life and elevates to a place of clarity, creation, and impact.

By my mid-30s, I was an entrepreneur and a leader. Although I was a good guy, I was immature and egotistical. Not full-on arrogant in the way you might think of the Silverback Gorilla, pounding my chest and all that. But I was prideful, and I didn't know what I didn't know about leadership.

Choice #2 is Focus, which involves simplifying the complexity so that you can get absolutely clear and set your attention and intention 100% on what you want.

The first two choices, Humility and Focus, make up your “Way of Seeing.” This is about your mind, commonly referred to as your mindset. It’s how you perceive the world, including your company, your clients, your people, and yourself.