Substantial progress is easy in a time of increasing prosperity, as long as you take advantage of the opportunity while it lasts and keep the interests of others in mind. Periods of general increase are often of short duration; it furthers one, therefore, to strike now, while the iron is hot!
Leadership in times of opportunity involves commitment to the needs of those of lower rank. Only by realizing that to lead is to serve, can a leader fortify his or her position and bring about a lasting increase in prosperity. In a time of general increase, those who contribute most directly to the common good will achieve the greatest rewards.
