One of Ronald Reagan’s quotes summarizes the difference between mere achievement and actual leadership. Achievements are one thing, but leadership is bigger than yourself. Great leaders inspire and enable those around them to achieve phenomenal things together.
The characteristics that make up effective leadership include ___
Vision: Leaders share an exciting and inclusive vision for where they would like to lead their team. This vision lights way for all, everyone of us working together in unison towards a common goal.
Empathy: to have perspective of other people and as a result creating trust among participants. A leader listens, validates emotions and supports the team.
Being Explicit: Clear communication drives alignment. Leaders set clear expectations; share their feedback and celebrate successes, openly.
Delegation – Instead of rounding up the accomplishments, a leader passes them out to his players. He lets others shine because their makeup tends to be ME more than anyone else on that bus!