Have you noticed how there are four types of leaders who achieve results:
- Leaders who are hated (bullies and dictators, often narrow-minded or closed in their thinking)
- Leaders who are feared (marginally better than the above - albeit they are often respected for their hard work or position, they do not 'connect' with the workforce)
- Leaders who are honoured and praised (positive role models who are trusted and respected by their colleagues for their achievements, involvement and support)
and finally, the BEST leaders.....
The best leaders are the ones who create positivity, define the focus and empower each individual to work to their full potential - they work alongside everyone to inspire teamwork and collaboration. When the job is done and the goal has been achieved, the team will proudly proclaim they did it themselves!
Great leaders work hard and motivate others by their enthusiasm and encouragement - they communicate well, plan and organize, have strong personal management skills, can learn, think and be creative and above all are capable of making informed decisions. They use all their resourses well, have the ability to truly listen and adapt, possess great determination and seek to develop and maximise the potential of all those around them.
The relentless pursuit of fulfillment and perfection is in many of us and this drives some of us to become great leaders by aspiration. However true leaders never let go of their own integrity and humility - they always remember and reflect on the starting point of the journey and all the hurdles along the way. They both understand and recognize the fear of stepping 'outside the comfort zone' but know that the following will always remain true for everyone in all walks of life:
"No matter what our level of ability, we all have more potential than we can ever develop in a lifetime"
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