Olympic hurdlers are always interesting to watch. They sprint at top speed, leap over the barriers, and rarely break their stride as they fix their eyes on the finish line. It's easy to draw a parallel in our careers. We study something, put countless hours into it, and go after defined goals. It's not always easy, but chasing down success can seem straightforward. But how does this apply to being a leader at home? If work is similar to Olympic hurdles, life at home can feel more like a muddy obstacle course. There's no straight line to follow, wild challenges pop up often, and it feels like we're one misstep away from an injury. Leading at home is hard. On many days, it feels harder than the challenges we face at work. Don't get discouraged if it feels like you're failing. It's hard because it's important. Here are 5 reasons why home is the hardest place to lead. 1. You can't fire your children. If employees are disrespectful, consistently late, or underperforming, yo...