Have you ever felt some part of you is always lacking when it comes to success? You read motivational quotes, try out the “positive thinking,” and perhaps even sign up for a self-improvement course, but something still feels off. You already have a secret identity regardless of your background, age, or circumstances. It has nothing to do with your bank balance or connections. It is a question of one vital decision: How you will respond to the world.

The capacity to “choose” is your most valuable resource. As Blaine Lee said, “No matter where you are in life or your situation, you can always do something. You always have a choice, and the choice can be power.” Using this power in business, leadership, or daily life makes failure a building block and a challenge.

A Story of Leadership Challenge

It was a rather stressful Monday morning for my team. We all met to discuss the results of the last six months. We were down, a big client had just canceled their advertising, and a big deadline was approaching.

Laura voiced her concern as frustrations surfaced: “We keep running into the same issues. Nobody is coming through, negatively affecting the whole team.” Everyone else nodded in agreement.

This annoyed me. I could have let the negativity spiral. Instead, I decided to do something different. “Let’s pause,” I said, “what can we control? What are our strengths?” That was the end of it.

That shift in focus changed everything. The team no longer blamed the circumstances and began to look for solutions. Within an hour, we came up with a new client outreach plan and how to better engage and retain current clients. I decided to change the perception of the discussion—to be a “good finder.” Within weeks, the team’s morale improved, and the team’s proactive approach attracted two new clients.

We all learned an invaluable lesson: It was not the most critical challenge, but how they chose to respond to them.

Leaders face these choices every day. What does the leader do? Does the leader get frustrated and look for someone to blame, or does the leader look for positive solutions? The best leaders lead the pack in creating a positive workplace rather than one of complaint and stagnation.

The Five Keys to Unlocking Your Greatest Power

In my new book, “Your Greatest Power,” I detail Five Keys that can aid you in this mindset. Here’s a sneak peek:

1. How Do You Start Your Day

Research shows that positive rituals in the morning help to get you ready for the day. How you start the day determines how you will spend the rest of the day. Leaders who lead with a purpose come to work with a clear head and are full of energy, which sets a good example for the rest of the team to follow.

Your team mirrors the Attitude of its leader. A motivated and focused leader will attract a similar team from the team members.

2. Be a Good Finder

In this world, things don’t always go your way, but every failure is an opportunity. Being a “good finder” doesn’t imply overlooking the negative aspects of life; rather, it means learning to look for the positive in every situation.

This principle is very important in business. When leaders reward problem-solving rather than assigning blame, they foster an environment of problem-solving and strength.

3. Your iCan Attitude.

This is more than a motivational slogan; it’s a mindset shift. When you believe in saying “iCan,” you make obstacles your stepping stones. It is like having your own personal hype squad encouraging you.

In business, an iCan Attitude is an approach that fosters accountability, improvement, and perseverance.

Leaders who implement this mindset build organizations where the employees take responsibility for the challenges.

4. Be Your Best.

Your biggest rival is not your colleague, not your rival—it is the person in the mirror. Success is not about being perfect; it is about improving yourself.

Organizations that focus on the growth and development of their employees and foster learning organizations are more successful than other organizations.

5. Choose Courage.

Bravery isn’t the absence of fear; it’s doing something despite the fear. From starting a business to contributing to a meeting or changing one’s life, courage initiates action on one’s dreams.

Courage in leadership entails making the right decisions, taking responsibility for them, and leading the way. Companies that allow risk to be taken in a controlled way develop creative cultures.

The Power of a Growth Mindset

At the core of these Five Keys is a positive mindset—the belief that challenges aren’t roadblocks; they’re stepping stones. Every setback is an opportunity to learn, grow, and refine one’s path. When leaders adopt this mindset, they create engaged, empowered teams.

This aligns with The Power Law of Attitude, which highlights that Attitude influences everything—from personal happiness to organizational success. As Charles Swindoll famously said, ”Attitude, to me, is more important than facts. It is more important than the past, than education, than money, than circumstances, than failures, than successes, than what other people think or say or do. It will make or break a company… a church… a home.”

When you finish reading Your Greatest Power, you’ll feel re-energized and equipped with practical tools for your professional and personal life. These principles aren’t just for you—they’re meant to be shared with your teams, families, and communities. Businesses that integrate these values create stronger, more resilient teams.

Your Next Step

It all starts with one decision—one slight shift in Attitude. That’s Your Greatest Power. A single choice can ignite success for you, your team, and those you care about most.

If this inspired you, share it. One idea can change a life — or a business.

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