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One thing that we all can agree on is that tall people don't blend in. When you look into a crowd of people, it is very easy to point out the tall people. Their heads seem to pop out from those around them. Usually, you see them bending down and back up again often. That is so they can talk and hear what is being said by all the “little” people around them. As a tall person, we are very aware that we do not blend in with those around us. We get that we need to make some alterations and changes to ourselves and surrounding in order to make our environment work. For example, the standard chair height is 18″, which is designed for people up to 6″1″. Therefore, anyone over 6′1″ needs to make some adjustments. Don't even get me started with airplane seats.

We also know that as a tall person we have a different view of the world from everyone else. What we see isn't what everyone else sees. Yes, that does give us an advantage. If we attend a concert, we rarely see the back of people's heads. It is a perfect view every time. When in a crowd of people if you ever need to get somewhere take your tall friend with you. He or she will be able to see the best way to get to the exit or restroom. It's like having GPS in a crowd. Having that level of vision and awareness is normal within the world of tall people.

When tall people speak, people listen. I think it's like a natural animal instinct. The bigger and taller the beast, the more authority it has. Therefore, others look to that bigger and taller beast and assume that the beast has something valuable to say or roar. I've found it rather peculiar how at times others ask my opinion on a topic or within a discussion that I have no part in. It happens more so when I'm standing than sitting. The physical presence and the desire to hear what the tall guy has to say is strong.

I truly believe that teachers and education are the last noble profession on earth. I also believe that every teacher, administrator, and support person within a school is a leader in some way. Whether you lead other adults or students within a classroom, you are perceived as a leader. The students and others within the school and community are watching what you do and watching what you don't do. The question becomes, what kind of leader will you show them? This chapter will focus on what makes a leader stand tall. A Stand Tall Leader doesn't blend in with others around them. You can pick them out of a crowd right away. A Stand Tall Leader has a different view of the world from everyone else. A Stand Tall Leader speaks, and others take notice. How does that happen? Even if the Stand Tall Leader is only 5′1″ with heels, it is all about how the Stand Tall Leader thinks, behaves, and acts on a daily basis.

Teachers and education are the last noble profession on earth.

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Have you ever met a leader who was just like everyone else? If you did, I'm sure that the leader wasn't very successful as a leader. Who wants a leader who is the same as everyone else? If you do, you obviously don't want to grow as an organization. You are happy with just the way things are. What good is that? Yes, you want to have a leader who is relatable, understands your needs, and has similar interests, but just like everyone else? I don't think so.