Do You Realize the Gift You Have?

Newman · #1 03-22-2007, 05:52 PM

Most of you don't realize it but the fact that you post (not lurk) means that you probably have natural leadership tendencies.

Having had to select juries; I know this. Attorneys look for a jury to be made up of people that would most likely be sympathetic to their position. But we only have a limited number of preemptive strikes; so they must be used judiciously.

Consequently, we look for the leaders on the other side to strike hoping that the leader on our side will survive. We don't want to waste our strike on a follower if we can get rid of a leader instead.

Clues to potential leadership in the jury room outside of obvious occupations?

1. Served on a jury before. The jury instinctively turns to them.
2. Writes letters to the newspaper and/or posts on forums. Obviously feels like they have an opinion that is worth listening to.

So this week; I struck two men in their 50s/60s from the jury without explanation. I wondered if they thought I was prejudice against them because of their age; not realizing that I was prejudice against them because of their potential.

So I guess; I am wondering what else are you doing with your influence and potential ability to lead besides posting on a forum?

We know what we are, but not what we may be. -William Shakespeare

Nahum · #2 03-22-2007, 06:07 PM

Ooooooooooo, this is a very, very, very good thread-starter Sister.
Stunningly informative!!!!!!

Well, I'll bite.

In my secular work I am the Distribution Manager of an eleven million dollar inventory. In my spiritual life, I am the priest of my home, a pastor, served in district leadership, coordinate conferences, teach bible studies and more.

Subdued · #3 03-22-2007, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Newman

Most of you don't realize it but the fact that you post (not lurk) means that you probably have natural leadership tendencies.

Having had to select juries; I know this. Attorneys look for a jury to be made up of people that would most likely be sympathetic to their position. But we only have a limited number of preemptive strikes; so they must be used judiciously.

Consequently, we look for the leaders on the other side to strike hoping that the leader on our side will survive. We don't want to waste our strike on a follower if we can get rid of a leader instead.

Clues to potential leadership in the jury room outside of obvious occupations?

1. Served on a jury before. The jury instinctively turns to them.
2. Writes letters to the newspaper and/or posts on forums. Obviously feels like they have an opinion that is worth listening to.

So this week; I struck two men in their 50s/60s from the jury without explanation. I wondered if they thought I was prejudice against them because of their age; not realizing that I was prejudice against them because of their potential.

So I guess; I am wondering for those that post about what is wrong with things (see Poster Pastor's thread); what else are you doing with your influence and potential ability to lead besides posting on a forum?

We know what we are, but not what we may be. -William Shakespeare

My posts on this forum seldom (if ever) reflect my opinion(s). However, I'm quite open when I write letters and/or emails and will not hesitate to express my thoughts, opinions or feelings. Does this make me a leader or a follower in your opinion?

SDG · #4 03-22-2007, 06:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Newman

Most of you don't realize it but the fact that you post (not lurk) means that you probably have natural leadership tendencies.

Having had to select juries; I know this. Attorneys look for a jury to be made up of people that would most likely be sympathetic to their position. But we only have a limited number of preemptive strikes; so they must be used judiciously.

Consequently, we look for the leaders on the other side to strike hoping that the leader on our side will survive. We don't want to waste our strike on a follower if we can get rid of a leader instead.

Clues to potential leadership in the jury room outside of obvious occupations?

1. Served on a jury before. The jury instinctively turns to them.
2. Writes letters to the newspaper and/or posts on forums. Obviously feels like they have an opinion that is worth listening to.

So this week; I struck two men in their 50s/60s from the jury without explanation. I wondered if they thought I was prejudice against them because of their age; not realizing that I was prejudice against them because of their potential.

So I guess; I am wondering what else are you doing with your influence and potential ability to lead besides posting on a forum?

We know what we are, but not what we may be. -William Shakespeare

Thank you Newman ....

THIS EXPLAINS MY BANNING!!!!!!!!!!

JUST KIDDING .... VERY INTERESTING PERSPECTIVE.

Barb · #5 03-22-2007, 06:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Newman

Most of you don't realize it but the fact that you post (not lurk) means that you probably have natural leadership tendencies.

Having had to select juries; I know this. Attorneys look for a jury to be made up of people that would most likely be sympathetic to their position. But we only have a limited number of preemptive strikes; so they must be used judiciously.

Consequently, we look for the leaders on the other side to strike hoping that the leader on our side will survive. We don't want to waste our strike on a follower if we can get rid of a leader instead.

Clues to potential leadership in the jury room outside of obvious occupations?

1. Served on a jury before. The jury instinctively turns to them.
2. Writes letters to the newspaper and/or posts on forums. Obviously feels like they have an opinion that is worth listening to.

So this week; I struck two men in their 50s/60s from the jury without explanation. I wondered if they thought I was prejudice against them because of their age; not realizing that I was prejudice against them because of their potential.

So I guess; I am wondering for those that post about what is wrong with things (see Poster Pastor's thread); what else are you doing with your influence and potential ability to lead besides posting on a forum?

We know what we are, but not what we may be. -William Shakespeare

This is interesting...I do not consider myself a leader or with those capabilities, BUT I have been known to write a letter or two to the newspaper...interesting...

Barb · #6 03-22-2007, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Subdued

My posts on this forum seldom (if ever) reflect my opinion(s). However, I'm quite open when I write letters and/or emails and will not hesitate to express my thoughts, opinions or feelings. Does this make me a leader or a follower in your opinion?

That makes you wordy...

ForeverBlessed · #7 03-22-2007, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Barb

This is interesting...I do not consider myself a leader or with those capabilities, BUT I have been known to write a letter or two to the newspaper...interesting...

Leadership can often be quiet persuasion.

You might be surprised of the leadership qualities you have... or what others see in you.

Barb · #8 03-22-2007, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by ForeverBlessed

Leadership can often be quiet persuasion.

You might be surprised of the leadership qualities you have... or what others see in you.

Ron · #9 03-22-2007, 06:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Newman

Most of you don't realize it but the fact that you post (not lurk) means that you probably have natural leadership tendencies.

Having had to select juries; I know this. Attorneys look for a jury to be made up of people that would most likely be sympathetic to their position. But we only have a limited number of preemptive strikes; so they must be used judiciously.

Consequently, we look for the leaders on the other side to strike hoping that the leader on our side will survive. We don't want to waste our strike on a follower if we can get rid of a leader instead.

Clues to potential leadership in the jury room outside of obvious occupations?

1. Served on a jury before. The jury instinctively turns to them.
2. Writes letters to the newspaper and/or posts on forums. Obviously feels like they have an opinion that is worth listening to.

So this week; I struck two men in their 50s/60s from the jury without explanation. I wondered if they thought I was prejudice against them because of their age; not realizing that I was prejudice against them because of their potential.

So I guess; I am wondering what else are you doing with your influence and potential ability to lead besides posting on a forum?

We know what we are, but not what we may be. -William Shakespeare

So that is messing with the jury? I thought juries were suppossed to get to the truth?

Interesting take Newman.
I have been encouraged by some to go into politics, but I long ago realized that wouldn't work as I believed in principles and being a hard headed Canadian (I know, Canaidians hard headed you ask?) I wouldn't last.

I believe every Holy Ghost filled Saint of God has potential.
Some over little, some over lot.

Falla39 · #10 03-22-2007, 06:26 PM

Sis. Newman,

This is a very interesting post indeed. Having never heard anyone explain

why some are not chosen for juries was of interest since I have been called

for jury duty several times. I usually make comments but I have never been

chosen to serve on a jury!!

Thank you for an interesting thread!!

Blessings,

Falla39