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“A great and focused leader should always have an original blueprint to build a solid foundation in order to reach their highest potential, develop their purpose and vision, and complete the mission. Leaders need to keep it simple and focus on what is important. Don’t make it so complicated you lose sight of the target. Honesty is critical, so leaders need to be trustworthy. Build upon the talent of others and build a team that adds value. Create a plan, communicate the plan, set priorities and goals that can be measured, implement them, and execute. Lead with integrity in order to earn trust, respect, and loyalty. What does your leadership blueprint look like?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs