We form our character in defining moments because we commit to irreversible courses of action that shape our personal and professional identities. we reveal something new about us to ourselves and others because defining moment uncover something that had been hidden or crystallize something that had been only partially know and we test ourselves because we discover whether we will live up to our personal ideals for only pay them lip service.
Specifically they are able to take time out from the chain of managerial tasks that consumes their time and undertake a process of probing self in query a process that is more often carried out on the run rather than in quiet seclusion. they're able to look below the busy surface of their daily lives and we focus on their core values and principles. once uncovered those values and principles renew their sense of purpose at work and act as a springboard for shrewd pragmatic politically astute action.
By repeating this process again and again throughout their work lives these executives are able to craft an authentic and strong identity based on their own rather than someone else's understanding of what is right and in this way they begin to make the transition from being a manager to becoming a leader.
Who am I? defining moments for individuals.
The most basic type of defining moment demands that managers resolve an urgent issue of personal identity that has serious implications for their careers two "rights" present themselves each one representing a possible and usually attractive life choice and there in lies the challenge there is no one right answer right is set against right."
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