Leadership is about being connected deeply to a Vision/Purpose and working to make is happen. Its also means being clear about the difference you want to make and being committed and focus towards it.
There are two types of persons in the world. One a leader, and the other the follower. Decide form the beginning whether you intend to become a leader in your chosen field or remain a follower. The difference in equivalence is clear. The follower cannot expect the compensation to which a leader is empowered with. Many followers make the mistake of expecting such compensation.
There is no shame in being a follower. On the other hand there is no honor in remaining a follower. Most influential and well known leaders started out as followers. The efficiency in their leadership came as a result of been an intelligent follower. Followers who follow a leader efficiently are usually persons who develop speedily into leadership.
Decide Who You Become!