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Chapter 1: Introduction

While the term "thought leader" might sound like another corporate buzzword, its
meaning is valuable to individuals and businesses alike. As a notable expert in a

specific company, industry or society, a thought leader is someone who offers
guidance and insight to those around them. In other words, a thought leader has a

positive reputation for helping others with their knowledge and insight. However,
what is essential at this stage is to note that the meaning and connotations have

evolved somewhat over time.

Attaining the status of "thought leader" is an ambitious goal that we hope you strive

for. With the right tactics, along with dedication, patience, and education, you may be

able to successfully influence others in your field and become a reliable source of
insight and information.

While this eBook targets aspiring thought leaders in education, the content has been

presented in such a way that anyone, from any field, can equally benefit. The aim of
this handbook, therefore, is to help aspiring thought leaders become one in the truest

sense of the term. We hope that after going through this handbook, you will not just

have an opinion about your industry but that you will be the opinion.

You will find that the road to thought leadership is not an easy one. It is one filled
with challenges, your inner struggles, time constraints and naysayers. However, the

world is not only in a constant state of flux, but the flux is changing form, shape and
dimension at a rapid pace. We hope this “how-to” book will assist you in navigating

the rigours of becoming an emerging thought leader.

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