You Didn’t Need Permission. You Needed Courage
- Bisola Mogaji
- Jan 14
- 1 min read
You may not realize how susceptible you are to public opinion until you make an unpopular decision.
Have you ever read a post, felt strongly about it, then scrolled into the comments and suddenly changed your mind? Just like that.
Opinions can be surprisingly flimsy.
And none of us is immune, especially when those opinions come from people we trust.
I learned this the hard way.
Before resigning from a role I knew I had outgrown, I consulted trusted voices. Almost everyone said the same thing:
“Bad idea.”
“Not the right time.”
“Hold on.”
Their opinions didn’t just influence me; they paralyzed me.
So I stayed. Not because it was right. But because it was approved.
The Courage to Turn the Page
Eventually, I found the courage to move on.
And here’s the twist: The very people who warned me against leaving later applauded my courage. Some even said, “I wish I could do that.”
And then? Life went on. Everyone moved on.
The Leadership Lesson
You are the CEO of your life. Stop outsourcing your responsibility to public opinion.
Consult wisely, YES. But remember this:
CEOs don’t run companies by committee.
Ask yourself:
Where have i been delaying a decision because i am waiting for approval?
If you’re ready to lead your life with clarity and courage, I’d be happy to help you get started. Book a 30-minute coaching session here: https://www.bisimogaji.com/booking-calendar/free-one-on-one-coaching?referral=service_list_widget
Bisola Mogaji.
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