Leadership is not limited to certain job titles, nor does anyone in the organization have to wait until they are at a higher level in the organization to have an impact.
“Everyone across the organization can make a significant impact when they champion a cause—for example, organizing a food drive or rallying support among their teammates for a volunteer project in the community. With their passion and commitment, junior people can inspire others—including senior team members who wish they still had that enthusiasm” (Jansen Kraemer, 2011).
The following article by Regina Cates reinforces the importance of making an impact.
How to Make Sure Your Glass is Always Full
by Regina Cates
Money does not make you rich, character does. There are lots of wealthy people who are absolutely impoverished in character. You cannot buy a reputation for being a person of good character. It is earned by being a respectful, kind and responsible. You are truly wealthy when you accept the greatest legacy you will ever leave is choosing how well you live.
Be genuinely grateful for what you have in life and tearing up the list of what you do not have will be gratifying. Attitude is everything. Have an attitude of lack, and life will be a never-ending search for the next “thing” to fill the holes within your heart. An attitude of gratitude magically plugs those holes.
References
Jansen Kraemer, H. M., ProQuest Ebooks, Ebrary, & Books24x7, I. (2011). From values to action: The four principles of values-based leadership (1st;1; ed.). San Francisco: Jossey-Bass.