April 29, 2025
In both martial arts and leadership, seniority is not a badge of honor—it’s a continuous journey of responsibility and growth. True leaders understand that respect is not inherited; it must be earned through consistent action, learning, and guiding others. In this article, I share my journey of leadership, the lessons I’ve learned from mentors, and why real leadership requires ongoing effort, not resting on past accomplishments. If you want to be respected as a senior, you must prove your worth every day through your actions, not your title.