There is a time to lead and there is a time to follow

Where there is no leadership the people fall, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety. (Proverbs 11:14)

There is a time to lead and there is a time to follow. Part of living the wealthy life is having the confidence, courage, and strength to recognize those times when we are called to lead, and having the resolve and ability to answer that call.
Every person reading these words right now will, at some point, hear that call to leadership. When this happens, we must not be afraid. We must not be fearful. It is time to be bold and steadfast, no matter what challenges we face or obstacles we encounter.
That is what is required, when we in learn to lead by following the steps of Harriet Tubman, of Shirley Chisolm, of Zora Neale Hurston. We may change society, we may change law, we may change the art that reflects and shapes our culture – but only if we can stand as these black women stood and say, “I am going to make a difference!”

Leadership takes many roles. You can effect change in countless ways. Over the years, we have spoken and written and marched – and we have cooked the food, raised the children, and taught the next generation that they too must not settle for the status quo, must not accept ‘whatever’ but always strive for more, to ensure that every person is treated with dignity and respect. We have done these things, and we must keep on doing them.

Now is the time to step forward! Now is the time to change the world!