Be an Inspired Leader
An inspired leader is one who has a vision that motivates and energizes others to come together around a shared goal. Leadership moves beyond individual achievement to shared purpose, shared values and the betterment of a community. Leadership is measured by what becomes stronger because you led. Inspired leaders shape culture, build trust and lead by example. And leadership is not defined by a title-you can lead in your family, your community, on a sports team or in the workplace.
Leadership is about vision & ideas, not control
A leader develops a vision andt he vision only creates a leadership opportunity if people think:
Effective leaders are aware that they also make good followers. They recognize and respect great ideas and visions, and understand the work and obligations of leading. They are motivated by worthy visions, values, and outcomes, not by ego.
Vision and trust enable leadership
Long-term leaders are authentic. Worthy visions energize and motivate people to want to be part of them. Leaders instill cultural values, build trust and lead by example. It is simple and pragmatic.
Leadership is about vision & ideas, not control
A leader develops a vision andt he vision only creates a leadership opportunity if people think:
- That’s a worthy idea; and
- I’d like to be a part of that; and
- How can I help?
- Building a team committed to the vision; and
- Seeking and instilling values & culture that build trust.
Effective leaders are aware that they also make good followers. They recognize and respect great ideas and visions, and understand the work and obligations of leading. They are motivated by worthy visions, values, and outcomes, not by ego.
Vision and trust enable leadership
Long-term leaders are authentic. Worthy visions energize and motivate people to want to be part of them. Leaders instill cultural values, build trust and lead by example. It is simple and pragmatic.