I am often asked to define leadership as many people think it is too intangible to define. I disagree.

Fundamentally leadership is about change and influencing people to change. I have never met a leader who was not in the midst of change--envisioning it, planning it, or leading it.

It may be human nature to resist change but not for leaders. Leaders have a very high comfort level with change and understand standing still is not an option in today's world. Doing things differently is just part of everyday life for a leader.

So do a self-check now. How is your tolerance for change? Are you on the forefront of change in talent development? Are you seeking opportunities to do things differently and better?

If you are standing still then you are falling behind. I challenge each of you to find a way to lead change in your jobs.

Leadership is not just for formal leaders. Every person has a chance every day to be a leader. Go for it.