YOUNG BOSSES
WHAT IT Means TO BE A BOSS BY JADE CLAY, JUNIOR MORGAN PARK TWITTER: @IMCALLEDJADEEE
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“...STAY TRUE TO YOURSELF AND ACCOMPLISH YOUR DREAMS BY SETTING THE GOALS TO GET YOU THERE. AND WHEN YOUR PLAN FAILS, YOU DON’T GIVE UP, YOU ADJUST TILL YOU
hat does it mean to be a boss? Being a boss doesn’t always mean owning a business. There are many other aspects of being a boss. I think the best definition of a boss is someone who takes charge of the goals they want to achieve and takes control of their destiny.
SUCCEED.”
Sydney Green, a junior at South Shore High School, says, “Being a boss means to work hard and take ownership of whatever you are trying to accomplish.” Maquiela Brooks, a Morgan Park junior, says being a boss means “to stay true to yourself and accomplish your dreams by setting the goals to get you there. And when your plan fails, you don’t give up, you adjust till you succeed.” Both of these meanings are correct. If you need tips to help you become your own boss, here are a few:
Have A Vision
This is always the first step. If you have a goal in mind, such as being an entrepreneur, you always need to have a vision. Without a vision you won’t have a starting point for your plan. To help make your vision come to life, create a vision board by using photos and key words that express your ideas.
Believe In Yourself
You need to have confidence and believe
that you will accomplish your goals, both now and in the future. This will push you to never give up.
Take Risks
Sometimes you have to take risks when it comes to planning your own future. When you are a risk-taker, you place yourself in circumstances that can lead to new opportunities. But even if you fail, it is important to learn from that mistake and move on. But also if you don’t take risks, you could miss out on very important opportunities.
Make A Plan
Before you start anything, you want to make sure you have a well thought out and written plan for what it is you want to do. This will ensure that you know your goals and what you are reaching for. Make a “big picture” plan that consists of baby steps to help you reach your end goal.
Have Passion
If there is something that you really want to do, make sure you have a passion for it. This passion will motivate and drive you to reach the goals you want and lead to success. If you don’t have a passion for what you are doing/planning, maybe it’s not the right direction for you.
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Be A Leader
Being a boss sometimes means having the right team to help with your plan. Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group and author of The Virgin Way, wrote that “leaders must have vision, creativity, and the ability to influence others to follow and support them into uncharted and often risky territory.”
Look For Mentors
Always have at least one mentor who is doing what you want to do. These mentors will guide you. If you find a mentor who is local, set up meetings to talk about the steps for your plan to success.
Be you
There is only one you, so be the best you that you can be. This is a very important step in becoming your own young boss. TRUE STAR MAGAZINE 9