Visionary leaders are especially noted for transforming paradigms and creating strategies that are outside the box of conventional thought. Their thinking is broad and systemic, seeing the big picture and the pattern that connects. They then create innovative strategies for actualising their vision. CNN founder Ted Turner transformed television news by boldly creating an around the clock international news network. Visionary leaders anticipate change and are proactive, rather than reactive to events. Their focus is on opportunities , not on problems. They emphasise win-win rather than adversarial win-lose approaches. Many people avoid the responsibility of visionary leadership primarily because they are too scared of criticism or failure. As we progress in the Third Millennium new visionary leaders are emerging. Will you rise to the challenge?