leaders make a difference… who is leader? what is leadership? leading people influencing people...
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Leaders make a difference…
Who is leader?
What is leadership?
Leading people
Influencing people
Commanding people
Guiding people
In 1948, General Omar N. Bradley defined leadership as,
“…the art of influencing human behavior through ability to directly influence people and direct them toward a specific goal.” ….”
Leadership is….
Leadership is a process by which a person influences others to accomplish an objective and directs the organization in a way that makes it more cohesive and coherent. Leaders carry out this process by applying their leadership attributes, such as beliefs, values, ethics, character, knowledge, and skills.
Companies that are successful over the long term have some things in
common, including great leadership.
Common Activities
• Planning
• Organizing
• Directing
• Controlling
Managers vs. Leaders
Managers• Focus on things• Do things right• Plan• Organize• Direct• Control• Follows the rules
Leaders• Focus on people• Do the right things• Inspire• Influence• Motivate• Build • Shape entities
Leadership Traits (interpersonal qualities)
Good communicatorMotivator
Appreciates Co Workers.
Lead by example.
Have a Clear vision
Humility
Honesty
Avoid arguments.
Listen to others.
Create a positive atmosphere.
Leadership Professional qualities
How Far Can You Go?
Roles of a Leader
Leadership Roles
• Visionary
• Coach
• Communicator
• Motivator
• Ambassador
Visionary
• Imagine success…think big
• Picture it in your head
• Describe what it looks like, feels like, sounds like
• Share it with others
If You Aren’t a Visionary…
…Recruit One
Coach
• Recruit great players
• Put them in the right positions
• Develop the game plan
• Call only the big plays
Communicator
• Develop a simple message
• Repeat it often• Use multiple vehicles (write, call, visit)
• Tell stories
This Role Is Not Optional
Motivator
• Learn what motivates people
• Recognize good behavior
• Celebrate results, not activity
• Timing is everything
Enthusiasm is the Key
Ambassador
• You Are The Primary Messenger• Stay On Message All the Time• People Are Watching You• This is Bigger Than Any of Us
Never Blame Things On “Them”