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What Makes a Good Leader?

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What Makes a Good Leader?

A lot has been made of what makes a successful leader. The kinds of characteristics mentioned in job adverts are often fictional.

The reality of job adverts

The reality of job adverts

  • If you look at any leadership orientated job advert you will see an array of superlatives, mostly focusing on being a superhero or superhuman.
  • The reality is the traits expressed in most job adverts are a work of fiction.
Qualities of great leaders

Qualities of great leaders

  • The very best leaders are authentic, humble, flexible, willing to learn from others, often experienced or show a propensity to learn very quickly.
  • Most of all, the very best leaders are human and never forget what it is like to be one of the troops.
  • The very best leaders have a deep understanding of themselves, both in terms of their values, beliefs, moral purpose, vision and values.
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Introduction

1.1

Misconceptions & Key Principles

1.1.1Misconceptions & Key Principles of Leadership
2

Good Leadership Style

2.1

Analysing Leadership Style

2.1.1Leadership Style - Questions to Ask Yourself2.1.2Leadership Style - Misconceptions & Advice
2.2

The Qualities of a Good Leader

2.2.1What Makes a Good Leader?
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Analysing Yourself

3.1

Understanding Yourself

3.1.1The Importance of Understanding Yourself3.1.2The Johari Window
3.2

Your Values & Dealing with Others

3.2.1Defining Your Values & Accepting Judgement
3.3

Personal Qualities: Being Reflective & Humble

3.3.1Self-Reflection, Making Mistakes & Humility
4

Building a Team

4.1

Important Principles for Building a Team

4.1.1Choosing the Right People & Team Beliefs
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Decision-Making

5.1

The Key to Making Decisions Effectively

5.1.1The Importance of Patience for Decision-Making
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Recap

6.1

5 Key Principles for Leading

6.1.1Recap: 5 Key Principles

Practice questions on What Makes a Good Leader?

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  1. 1
    Which of these is LEAST important for being a very strong leader? Multiple choice
  2. 2
    What should leaders have a deep understanding of above all? Multiple choice
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Leadership Style - Misconceptions & Advice

The Importance of Understanding Yourself