We are in the middle of a very important presidential election. One that will have long lasting impact on you, your family and your world, not to mention the world.
Doris Kearns Goodwin shares the secrets of America's great presidents... These not only are great qualities of presidents but of any one who is leading. Where ever you find yourself leading these are essential that they are being develop and cultivated .
1. Courage
A leader needs the ability to withstand adversity and motivate him or herself in the face of frustration.
Leadership is all about dealing with problems and challenges. It is not for the weak of heart. You will experience setbacks and even failures. That is not the question, the question is will you continue to preserve .
2. Self-confidence
Good leadership requires you to surround yourself with people of diverse perspectives who disagree with you with out fear of retaliation. I see to many leaders who are to insecure to have strong people who will push back and ask tough questions. They eventually suffer great lost because of it.
3. Learn from your errors
To lead successfully you must be willing to acknowledge and learn your mistakes. It is an issue of pride that keeps leaders from admitting their mistakes . We think people are looking for perfect leaders. They are not. They are looking for authentic and genuine leaders who are willing to admit quickly when they are wrong. To often as leaders we think it is a sign of weakness, but to those who are following, it is a sign of character.
4. A willingness to change
We live in a world where nothing remains the same. Leaders need to be flexible and make
adjustments along the way .
5. Emotional Intelligence
Leaders must have a strong self-awareness, where they understand themselves and are in tune with their strengths and weaknesses. But not only their, but the people they are leading as well as their fears, and needs.
