2.2.1
What Makes a Good Leader?
What Makes a Good Leader?
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.
1Introduction
1.1Misconceptions & Key Principles
2Good Leadership Style
2.1Analysing Leadership Style
2.2The Qualities of a Good Leader
3Analysing Yourself
3.1Understanding Yourself
3.2Your Values & Dealing with Others
3.3Personal Qualities: Being Reflective & Humble
4Building a Team
4.1Important Principles for Building a Team
5Decision-Making
5.1The Key to Making Decisions Effectively
6Recap
6.15 Key Principles for Leading
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1Introduction
1.1Misconceptions & Key Principles
2Good Leadership Style
2.1Analysing Leadership Style
2.2The Qualities of a Good Leader
3Analysing Yourself
3.1Understanding Yourself
3.2Your Values & Dealing with Others
3.3Personal Qualities: Being Reflective & Humble
4Building a Team
4.1Important Principles for Building a Team
5Decision-Making
5.1The Key to Making Decisions Effectively
6Recap
6.15 Key Principles for Leading
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