CHARACTERISTICS OF A LEADER
“Good leaders make people feel that they're at the very heart of things, not at the periphery. Everyone feels that he or she makes a difference to the success of the organization. When that happens people feel centered and that gives their work meaning”. WARREN BENNIS
A good leader is....
- COMPETENT: Leaders need to be seen as competent and knowledgeable about their position. Get someone else to focus on what you can’t do well.
- FOCUSED ON BODY LANGUAGE: Addressing your energy needs will improve your overall image and your posture. Someone who looks tall and erect is more likely to get attention than someone who is constantly hunched over.
- CONFIDENT : Energy affects your confidence. By increasing your energy level you will find that you feel less anxious and more confident about yourself.
- MOTIVATED: You must be motivated to lead and accomplish your goals. To maximise your motivation, become as physically and emotionally fit as possible.
- INSPIRING: To inspire others you must first find the fire burning within yourself. Think about what you want to achieve and how that goal makes you feel mentally and emotionally. You will be better able to inspire others if you become fired up yourself first.
- OPTIMISTIC: A leader needs to be optimistic and demonstrate confidence about the future. Physical and mental fitness is required for a positive attitude.
- HOPEFUL: Leaders must always have hope in all that they do in order to live a life of success and achieve their goals.
