Kevin Eikenberry offers several contrasting statements that you can use to determine if you’re attacking opportunities or reacting to situations. If you don’t challenge yourself with it, you will operate from your habits now and in the long-term. This may not give you the results you want most.
Source: Leadership and Learning, January 2, 2017.
If you choose to focus on offense, there will be a time when defense is needed and vice versa. Aptitude in playing offense and defense is required for great leadership, and knowing when to take which approach can help leaders be more intentional.