I was curious about what people think makes a great leader. So, I asked the following question to my audience:
I love the community of leaders I have built. Here is just a sampling of the insightful comments I got back:
- Win!
- integrity
- an open mind
- self awareness
- train your people
- long term vision
- be able to say no
- the art of delegation
- guide, do not impose
- do not micromanage
- give a good example
- empower people/team
- do not run from conflict
- communicate effectively
- share their own mistakes
- ability to set a clear vision
- know how to manage money
- be an enabler for their teams
- keep cool during difficult situations
- inspires by actions instead of words
- paint a picture of a better tomorrow
- understanding of their business model
- champion causes that align with their objectives
- challenge their ideas to stretch their perspectives
If you have more to add to the conversation, I’d enjoy hearing about it.
Closing thoughts
Leadership is not a gift you are born with. The skills can be learned and improved upon. You have it within you to be a great leader.
Look for simple, yet effective methods to improve.
My advice is to pick one area to focus on, and anchor in some changes to your approach.
Master that, and repeat.
