Success is never a solo journey—it’s about the people who walk it with you. I’ve often reflected on how history’s greatest leaders achieved their conquests, and one figure stands out for how he inspired loyalty and excellence: King Alexander.
What made Alexander’s army so formidable wasn’t just strategy or strength—it was the way he shared the rewards of victory. He ensured that every soldier, from the highest-ranking general to the youngest recruit, benefitted from the spoils of war. Wealth wasn’t hoarded at the top; it flowed through the ranks, creating a deeply motivated and loyal army.
Alexander rewarded his soldiers based on merit and contribution. Each warrior knew their bravery and effort would be recognized, not just in words but in tangible ways—treasures, land, and opportunities that elevated their lives. Even his commanders were generously rewarded, ensuring loyalty and trust at every level of his leadership.
What strikes me is Alexander’s fairness. He kept a portion of the wealth for the empire but never took more than his fair share. His soldiers trusted him not because he commanded them, but because they knew he valued and respected their contributions.
In modern terms, the lesson is clear: success isn’t about what you achieve alone. It’s about the wealth and opportunities you create for those who stand beside you. When people know their effort will lead to shared growth, they’ll give their best—not because they have to, but because they want to.
So ask yourself: 𝑨𝒓𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒃𝒖𝒊𝒍𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒖𝒄𝒄𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒔𝒆𝒍𝒇, 𝒐𝒓 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒄𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒐𝒑𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒕𝒆𝒂𝒎 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒃𝒖𝒊𝒍𝒅𝒔 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒚𝒐𝒖?
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