Family is not a democracy
A strong statement I know but one I stand by; family is not a democracy.
This should be held in contention with the statement that family is not a totalitarian dictatorship.
So, what is family? Well, as we've discussed previously there is an element of team and each member has a role to play. What I am concerned with tonight is the role of the Dad in family.
The dad is the leader of the family. It his job to guide the family. This means that as Dad you have the final say on what happens, on what decisions are made. The lesson I have learnt is to listen first. As in business or any other walk of life you get all the facts before you make the decision. Family is the same.
Whatever decisions need to be made I make sure I have all the facts. Some of those facts come from me, most of them come from my wife and children..
To say Dad makes the decision doesn't mean you listen and do your own thing regardless. That's not leadership. You listen and make the decision that is best for your family.
By taking the time to listen first the family get on board with the decision you make.
So this week make sure you lead by listening.
