First and most important? Do nothing differently immediately upon arriving back in the office. Why? Because they KNOW you’ve just been to a conference and you’re all fired up with strange ideas.

They’re prepared for whacko acts of change from you. They’re ready to do their best imitation of the doggie in the car rear window. Nodding their heads in vacuous agreement. They won’t do anything different, but they’ll nod their heads until you’re lulled back into a stupor.

Next? Forget everything you learned at the conference — except ONE thing.

Make a promise to yourself to do THAT thing.
Do that one thing… and the conference was a success for you.
Fail to do that one thing - and you must really ask yourself if attending the next conference is the best use of your time.

Enjoy the day

First, they articulate a clear and compelling vision.

They are visionary. They communicate a common vision that gives people a purpose and meaning. It outlines the priorities of the group and the direction that is is going in.

Second they act confidently and optimistically.

The leader’s confidence, conviction and optimism is contagious. It rubs off on the followers. Lack of this weakens leadership of its potential.

Third, they express confidence in their followers.

Great leaders have high confidence in people and make them feel good about themselves. They foster their confidence and optimism.

Lastly, they lead by example.

One leadership proverb says, “Example is the main thing in influencing others.” Their example leverages the whole organization and enables people to come into their full potential.