In our series on leadership attributes, we now look at self-discipline. Self-discipline is important in all areas of life, not just for leaders. We need to demonstrate self-discipline to do those things that are important to us, even when we don’t feel like doing them. For example, we need to demonstrate discipline to read the Bible daily even when we are very busy. We need to demonstrate the discipline to get physical exercise – for me it is walking – even when the weather is not ideal. And we need to demonstrate discipline to eat a balanced diet, even when we would prefer to maintain a diet of pizza, hamburgers and ice cream. Continue reading →