Champions of Personal Responsibility

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Personal responsibility is one of the most important aspects of leadership for me.

And I saw it everywhere in Japan.

One example of exemplary leadership is the way the Japanese treat their environment, their fellow citizens, and themselves with utmost respect. And not just the obvious customs like taking off your shoes before you enter a home, or wearing white socks at a tea ceremony.

A major culture shock for me in Japan was the lack of garbage bins in public areas. And yet… the ground was free of litter! Rather, people carry around a small personal plastic bag, where they collect trash from their day and dispose of it when they get home. 

A few other examples of admirable cleanliness:

• You can disinfect the toilet seat in public restrooms before sitting down by using a toilet spray that hangs on the wall.
• Most restaurants have a woven basket at the table for people to store belongings. As in, NO handbags or briefcases on the dirty floors!
• You’re always given a personal towelette to clean your hands and face before you eat. Even in fast food spots.
• People are employed full-time to clean up the fallen leaves and pine needles on the pathways in the lovely Japanese Gardens.

Observing these stark differences to the culture and environment in the U.S. made me realize a few things: 

1. It IS possible for an entire group of people to maintain order and respect for each other and their surroundings. 
2. And … we can do better. But it starts with each of us individually.

This is the essence of LeaderShifting. Whether that means taking personal responsibility for your health or for your career path… all positive change starts with taking personal responsibility. 

And as I see it, there are no excuses. 

“Cleaning is considered a vital part of the training process in all traditional Japanese disciplines and is a required practice for any novice. It is accorded spiritual significance. Purifying an unclean place is believed to purify the mind.” – Mineko Iwasaki

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