Women’s Leadership and Vision

Every woman has been a leader at least once in her life. My preschool friends are always asking to be the Line Leader. 

Yesterday, my friend Josie led the class to the office singing Christmas carols. She had a HUGE SMILE on her face as she was shaking her reindeer bells and singing. She noticed when she turned left everyone else followed and when she stopped everyone stopped too. I know with the right guidance and support she will continue to develop her leadership skills. Strong women leaders are everywhere!

Vision is also important for leading.

You need to know where you are going to lead your followers. For Josie, it was from the classroom to the office and back to the classroom. It was a simple vision, and it was successful.

I am sure she also had visions of the treats that waited in the classroom for after the singing trip. All visions start with a single goal. We all have a vision of how things could be ...we just need the right guidance and support!

Finding support for a vision is sometimes challenging, especially when tough decisions need to be made.

Supporters need guidance and support, too. Communication between the leader and supporters is key! Every vision includes modifications and accountability!

When a supporter decides they don't want to support the leadership or vision anymore, they may need to leave quietly, not talk negatively about the vision or leader they once supported.

The Suffragettes were strong women leaders with a vision for ALL WOMEN! They ALL experienced challenges and decided whether or not they would support the vision we continue to develop today, 107 years later.

I urge EVERY member of NFBPWC to review the vision of the organization and support the women who have decided to LEAD!

Step up and not just be counted but also accountable for upholding and continuing to develop future women leaders with a common vision: Empowering, educating, and supporting women to improve the lives of ALL women.

Start 2026 by UPDATING your NFBPWC membership profile! Help us start the new year with a CLEAR Vision of how you will support ALL WOMEN!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Dr. Joanne Carfoli Naylor
Treasurer