“INVICTUS” Guiding Us Into 2026
Introducing our 2026 EAs in Education guiding poem: “Invictus” by William Ernest Henley, a work renowned for one of the most powerful finales in poetry.
Its closing lines have inspired, sustained, and steadied people through moments of doubt, contemplation, and adversity, calling them to rise anew:
“I am the master of my fate,
I am the captain of my soul.”
Why Invictus?
Invictus - Latin for “unconquered” - is a poem of resilience, courage, and self-mastery. Henley wrote it while facing profound illness and adversity, and its message remains timeless.
RESILIENCE
“I am the master of my fate” reminds us that even in challenging circumstances, we retain agency over how we respond and move forward.
COURAGE
Each line calls us to meet uncertainty with strength, integrity, and quiet resolve.
AGENCY & INFLUENCE
“I am the captain of my soul” speaks to the influence we hold in shaping our professional impact, identity, and leadership presence.
For Executive Assistants, this resonates deeply. We navigate complexity, influence outcomes, and foster connection, often behind the scenes, while embodying steadfast, values-driven leadership.
Invictus invites us to step into 2026 unconquered: with courage, agency, and purpose.
