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by Ernest Ledwaba
Leadership calls for courage. Leadership requires strength.
Leadership requires humility. In order
to be a great leader, the
following set of mandatory attributes are a prerequisite. Adoption of
these attributes, followed by taking the necessary ACTION, will result
in a successful life full of fulfillment.
1. Definite plans
True leaders set goals. They set SMART goals. They stick to
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-bound goals.
These leaders plan to achieve their goals. True leadership is measured
by implementing the plans to achieve the set goals. True leaders plan
their work and then work their plan.
2. Courage to try new things
True leaders have an open mind. They are willing to take risks.
Their willingness to face challenges head-on is evident. Their
attitude is to be strong, to never stop trying until success is realized.
Their motivation to keep on trying never stops. Their feet are set
where most people think is tough.
3. Going the extra mile
One of their greatest attribute is to deliver more than expected,
to exceed the customer expectations. They usually do this without
expecting extra pay. They do a little bit more - arrive a little bit
earlier in the morning, leave a little bit later at the end of the
shift. They stretch themselves a little bit more than the average
person.
4. Service-orientation
True leaders are service-oriented. Theirs is to serve rather than
being served. They do this willingly. They become the servant of their
followers, at all times. They provide excellent service.
5. Decision making
True leaders are effective decision-makers. They are not afraid to
make tough decisions. Their level of confidence in decision making is
high. Another quality they have is the ability to perform good problem
analysis and put proper problem resolution mechanisms into place. As a
result, they come up with high quality decisions.
6. A pleasing personality
Leaders must create a friendly atmosphere for people to feel
comfortable in their presence. A warm personality will inspire
confidence. It will build and maintain a team filled with enthusiasm.
Team members will be inspired into positive action. They will be free
to express their opinions. Creativity will be nourished in such an
environment, and more opportunities will emerge.
7. Principled approach
A successful leader must have clear principles and stick to these
principles even when it is difficult. The expression, "Unless we
stand for something, we will fall for anything", does hold water.
In order to successfully achieve their goals, true leaders must deeply
believe in the set principles and persist until they reach success.
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