effective leadership 50 years after your death, that’s a pretty good sign that you were a great leader. For everyone else, it’s very difficult to tell. Some of us, whom have adoring followers, have failing organizations. Some of us who have successful organizations have burnt out and bitter followers. Few of us have both for a sustained period of time. When we do, it is easy to become with our leadership qualities. We suggest we should seek to raise our art to an even higher form, constantly seeking to become, and help others become, better leaders. With this view, we never become so enamored with ourselves that we say, “Yeah, I am a great leader.” Instead, one recognizes that many factors contribute to leadership success, No small measure of our success is due the efforts, smarts, and tenacity of our followers. And, as the environment in which we do business change, so too must our leadership skills grow and expand. Three Lessons in Leadership: People from top to bottom in most organizations exercise leadership. It does not require charisma; it is not mystical or mysterious. What is Leadership? Leadership is the process of giving meaningful direction to collective efforts. Giving meaning. Setting a direction Willing support and cooperation. Leadership vs. Management: Planning vs. Setting a Direction Organizing and staffing vs.. Aligning People Controlling and problem Solving vs. Motivating People. Three Lessons in Leadership or 3E’s Envisioning. Energizing. Enabling. The Three E’s of Leadership. Articulating a Compelling Vision. Set the direction. Setting High Expectations. Encourage excellence. Modeling Consistent Behavior Walk the talk. The Three E’s of Leadership. Energizing: Demonstrating Personal Excitement: Enthusiasm is contagious. Expressing Personal Confidence: Confidence inspire...
