Lessons To Learn From the Geese
I am always open to learning and seeking to better myself. I read this article and thought how we all could put this to practice.
1. As each bird flaps its wings, it creates an uplift for others behind it. There is 71% more flying range in V-formation than flying alone.
LESSON: People who share a common direction and sense of common purpose can get there quicker.
2. When a goose flies out of formation, it quickly feels drag and tries to get back into position.
LESSON: It is harder to do things alone than together.
3. When the lead goose gets tired, it rotates back into formation and another goose will fly at the head.
LESSON: Shared leadership and interdependence gives each of us a chance to lead as well as opportunities to rest.
4. The geese in formation honk from behind to encourage those up front to keep their speed.
LESSON: We need to make our honking encouraging and not discouraging.
5. When a goose gets sick or wounded and falls, two geese fall out and stay with the sick or the wounded until it revives or dies. Then they will catch up with the flock or join another one.
LESSON: Stand by your colleagues in difficult times as well as good times.
My prayer is that in all times, we will serve Christ together for the good of the kingdom.
I appreciate every one of you!
Richard
