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The 5 Essential Qualities of a Great Leader
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Decisiveness
Great leaders don't hesitate to commit and rarely back out or change their minds unless it is necessary.
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To be a stronger leader, you need to practice self-confidence. If you’re always second-guessing yourself and feeling shy around your coworkers, they won’t follow you.
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Leaders And Creativity
Charismatic leaders think outside the box and aren’t afraid to push the limits.
While others may see this kind of push as risky, these leaders are the ones leading the way and driving innovation. When a problem arises, leaders don’t see only the difficulties. Instead, they rise to the challenge and see it as an opportunity. In business, this creativity can lead to powerful change and transformation, which can inspire and motivate others.
Having A Vision And Knowing How To Communicate It
"Leadership requires two things: a vision of the world that does not yet exist and the ability to communicate it.” - Simon Sinek
Because leaders value innovation, they are focused on the future and how they can improve it. They have a dream and direction that motivates and inspires others.
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Boldness Of Vision
Leaders need to have a relatable and understandable long-term view of where an organization is headed.
When faced with the issue of slavery before the Civil War, Abraham Lincoln’s vision was that the United States should be “a nation conceived in liberty and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal. "
Changing The Mood
Changing the mood of an organization can be enough to stave off collapse and foster progress.
Nelson Mandela changed the mood of a divided South Africa coming out of the brink of civil war and facing a future with a high likelihood of inter-racial conflict. Once elected, he ran the new multiracial government with a light but decisive touch and set the tone – relaxed, inclusive, cheerful – that would create a new mood in the country.
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Managers vs. leaders
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Overconfident leaders
Nowadays, we tend to believe that individuals showing too great self-confidence behave this way mainly because they are more qualified than others to get a leadership position.
However, it is often soon afterwards that we come to realize that those very same persons are not competent enough, but only rather narcissistic.
A successful leader
Successful leaders do not only have to work hard, but they should also bear in mind the importance that a motivated team can have in the company's growth.
Moreover, enterprises that encourage the development of their own young employees to positions of leadership get to know profit for longer periods of time.