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Small moves make big waves. Leadership often starts in the margins.
by Drew Robbins
3 min read
Take The Lead
Leadership doesn't have to show up as a big, official assignment. It often starts as small gaps, teammate support, or quiet risks.
Leadership doesn't have to show up as a big, official assignment. It often starts as a small gap no one owns, a teammate who needs support, or a quiet risk that needs attention. Leadership can begin with small steps, noticing a problem, defining it clearly, and pulling in people who can help move it forward. The shift is to build micro-leadership moves that fit naturally into your day.
Take five minutes to spot a gap, define the problem, sketch a simple success test, and share it with two people who care. Add a few paragraphs, ask for reactions, and invite others in. Momentum builds when people see a clear path, and credibility grows when you share it.
If you don't create new opportunities within the confines of your 'day job,' they may never come your way.
— Herminia Ibarra
What small leadership move could you start in ten minutes today, without waiting for permission or a perfect plan?
Try This
Before you log off or log on, jot a one-paragraph problem statement for a gap you see, propose one next step, and send it to two stakeholders.
Notice What Happens
Watch for quick replies, offers to help, or clearer ownership that follows.
Share or Reflect
Name one moment this week when a tiny action created momentum for your team.
Keep Going
Turn short notes into shared docs, invite others to co-author, and give credit away faster than you claim it.
If this resonates, share with your network to help others take the lead in small, meaningful ways.
