Make a Difference: Influence Through Accountability

Becoming a leader who can be respected no matter their position in life will pay dividends in one's future professional and personal pursuits. However, this is not a journey that can be taken lightly, but requires a commitment to understanding responsibility and answerability for one's life and actions. We are all accountable to someone, but it is how we respond to that accountability that sets us apart as either a leader or a follower. I realize the idea of leadership may not appeal to, or be the goal of all who read this book; but make no mistake about it, everyone will lead someone in his or her life.

As you read this book you will be challenged to understand and accept accountability for yourself and your actions. This is not merely an attempt to encourage responsible behavior or to lecture the reader on moral or ethical behavior. It is about personal growth and achieving one's ultimate potential regardless of one's aspirations in life. The need to be accountable is pervasive in all areas of our lives. We are challenged to be accountable to people in our lives, obligations we have made, dreams and goals we have set, challenges we have accepted, and the standards we have set for ourselves.

Executive coach, entrepreneur, author, and visionary in the arena of leadership development, Dr. Larry Little has been engaged in counseling and leadership coaching for over 20 years.

Dr. Little's philosophy on leadership is rooted in the power of relationships and meeting people where they are. As a seasoned business professional who understands the importance of results-oriented leadership, he gears his approach towards challenging people to lead at a higher level, starting with leading themselves well. His goal and personal mission is to encourage and equip others to make a difference in the lives of those they love, live with, and lead.

Dr. Little holds a Ph.D. in Psychology, a master's in clinical counseling, as well as a business degree.

Dr. Little and his wife, Melanie, have two adult children and reside in Decatur, AL.