1. A good
leader has an exemplary character. It is of utmost importance that a
leader is trustworthy to lead others. A leader needs to be trusted and
be known to live their life with honestly and integrity. A good leader
“walks the talk” and in doing so earns the right to have responsibility
for others. True authority is born from respect for the good character
and trustworthiness of the person who leads.
2. A good leader is
enthusiastic about their work or cause and also about their role as
leader. People will respond more openly to a person of passion and
dedication. Leaders need to be able to be a source of inspiration, and
be a motivator towards the required action or cause. Although the
responsibilities and roles of a leader may be different, the leader
needs to be seen to be part of the team working towards the goal. This
kind of leader will not be afraid to roll up their sleeves and get
dirty.
3. A good leader is confident. In order to lead and set
direction a leader needs to appear confident as a person and in the
leadership role. Such a person inspires confidence in others and draws
out the trust and best efforts of the team to complete the task well. A
leader who conveys confidence towards the proposed objective inspires
the best effort from team members.
4. A leader also needs to
function in an orderly and purposeful manner in situations of
uncertainty. People look to the leader during times of uncertainty and
unfamiliarity and find reassurance and security when the leader portrays
confidence and a positive demeanor.
5. Good leaders are tolerant
of ambiguity and remain calm, composed and steadfast to the main
purpose. Storms, emotions, and crises come and go and a good leader
takes these as part of the journey and keeps a cool head.
6. A
good leader, as well as keeping the main goal in focus, is able to think
analytically. Not only does a good leader view a situation as a whole,
but is able to break it down into sub parts for closer inspection. While
keeping the goal in view, a good leader can break it down into
manageable steps and make progress towards it.
7. A good leader is
committed to excellence. Second best does not lead to success. The good
leader not only maintains high standards, but also is proactive in
raising the bar in order to achieve excellence in all areas.
eeds to be seen to be part of the team working towards the goal. This
kind of leader will not be afraid to roll up their sleeves and get
dirty.
3. A good leader is confident. In order to lead and set
direction a leader needs to appear confident as a person and in the
leadership role. Such a person inspires confidence in others and draws
out the trust and best efforts of the team to complete the task well. A
leader who conveys confidence towards the proposed objective inspires
the best effort from team members.
4. A leader also needs to
function in an orderly and purposeful manner in situations of
uncertainty. People look to the leader during times of uncertainty and
unfamiliarity and find reassurance and security when the leader portrays
confidence and a positive demeanor.
5. Good leaders are tolerant
of ambiguity and remain calm, composed and steadfast to the main
purpose. Storms, emotions, and crises come and go and a good leader
takes these as part of the journey and keeps a cool head.
6. A
good leader, as well as keeping the main goal in focus, is able to think
analytically. Not only does a good leader view a situation as a whole,
but is able to break it down into sub parts for closer inspection. While
keeping the goal in view, a good leader can break it down into
manageable steps and make progress towards it.
7. A good leader is
committed to excellence. Second best does not lead to success. The good
leader not only maintains high standards, but also is proactive in
raising the bar in order to achieve excellence in all areas.