Whether one supports Sen. Clinton or not there is much to learn from her in the way she has handled herself in this intense presidential campaign. For those of us in an intense battle fighting for our diverse learners what can we learn from Sen. Clinton?
- Stay focused on the goal, not the obstacles even when those obstacles seem insurmountable.
- Stay focused on one's message and be extremely articulate in presenting that message and make every speech your best speech.
- Stay positive and never let on to those you are trying to influence in any way that you are discouraged or doubtful.
- Fight to the end and give no heed to those who would encourage you to quit.
- Be willing to invest your own resources to achieve what you believe in.
- Reiterate over and over that you will fight for those who choose you.
- Be present. In other words, whether speaking to a group or an individual, speak to the one and make each one feel that he or she is the most important person in your life at that moment.
- Continually thank those who support you and don't focus on those who choose not to support you or who desert you when the going gets tough.
- Let your compassion for people drive your toughness.
These qualities of Sen. Hillary Clinton have earned her respect from all sides of the political arena, even from those who are strongly opposed to her stands on a variety of issues. She may not win as the Democratic Presidential nominee, but she has already shown that she is a winner and an example for many others to follow.
Note: Senator Hillary Clinton is not my choice for 2008 presidential candidate.
