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SOARING HIGH: 7 LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES INSPIRED BY EAGLES

By P Mohan Chandran


Have you ever looked up at the sky, only to catch the regal silhouette of an eagle soaring in the azure expanse? Have you pondered over the tenacity and focus these magnificent creatures embody? What if I told you these birds, masters of the skies, can teach us invaluable lessons in leadership? Yes, eagles – with their sharp vision, resilience, and solitary grandeur – can become our mentors, guiding us to transform into impactful leaders.


First and foremost, eagles fly alone at high altitudes. These solitary sojourners of the sky show us the importance of separating ourselves from narrow-minded individuals who often bring us down. Like eagles, we must rise above, maintaining the company of those who inspire us to soar high. Remember, your flight towards leadership begins with the company you keep.


Eagles are revered for their exceptional vision, known to spot a prey from miles away. This precision is a testament to their relentless focus. As aspiring leaders, we must emulate this attribute, holding onto our vision despite the obstacles. For it is this unwavering focus that paves the way to ultimate success.


But vision without action is just a dream. This is where the third principle comes in. Eagles don’t feast on the dead; they hunt for fresh prey, signifying the vitality of progress and innovation. As leaders, we cannot lean on past victories; we need to constantly seek new frontiers and embrace novel ideas.


Courage is another attribute where eagles can be our guide. They love the storm, using the winds to lift themselves higher. Challenges are a part of leadership; like the eagle, we must embrace them, using adversities as stepping stones towards our goals. After all, smooth seas do not make skillful sailors.


In their mating rituals, female eagles test their mates for commitment, a practice that is pertinent in the realm of leadership as well. Be it personal or professional partnerships; commitment acts as the binding force. And so, as leaders, it becomes crucial to assess this in those we intend to collaborate with.


Eagles, in their extraordinary lifecycle, drop their feathers, beak, and talons to grow new ones. This painful process signifies the importance of stepping out of comfort zones and shedding old, unproductive habits. As leaders, personal growth often requires us to let go of traits that burden us or add no value to our lives.


Finally, eagles prepare their young for flight in the most unique manner, pushing them off the cliff, and catching them just before they hit the ground. This preparation is a powerful reminder of the importance of training and calculated risks in our journey towards leadership.


So, as we look to the sky, the eagle’s flight whispers these seven profound lessons. As future leaders, do we have the courage to soar high, with focus and commitment? Can we embrace challenges, innovate continuously, and make painful sacrifices when needed? As we ponder these questions, the eagle soars high above, a living testament to the power of resilience, focus, and unyielding spirit. It's time we take flight, learning from these masters of the sky. After all, leadership is not about commanding from the ground; it’s about guiding from the heights of the sky.



Do you agree that eagles have a lot to teach humans?

  • Yes, absolutely. Nature is the best teacher.

  • No, humans are already superior to animals and birds.



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