Marshall Goldsmith's book, What Got You Here Won't Get You There: How Successful People Become Even More Successful, reflects on what is necessary for individuals to get to the next level, that is, to grow. Others have stated it in the phrase, "You can't rest on your laurels."

Making a difference in relationships, finding and being a healthy participant in relationship, finding purpose of life in relationship --- all of these are only possible if we continue to develop as a person.

Leaders have energies and skills that they have used to make a difference; but, leaders must keep refining these and learn new ones to continue to make a difference for those they lead and serve.

Do you have a plan for growth? Physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual growth are much more likely to happen if you are intentional in making a plan that lists your goals, when you are to have these accomplished and a way to assess how you have done.

As you grow, you will find yourself being able to make connections that add value to others and to yourself.