THE MAKING OF A GREAT LEADER

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THE MAKING OF A GREAT LEADER

This week we gather and celebrate Independence Day with parades, cookouts, and fireworks.  As you enjoy this Independence Day, please keep in mind the brave men and women who are serving and those who have served our beautiful country.  We are forever grateful to those who have paid the ultimate price for our freedoms.  They are the real heroes and leaders of our world.

As I look back at the relentless way these men and women served our country, I discovered 10 leadership skills that any leader should possess.  In no way are these in any specific order, but they all are critical to a deeper, more meaningful and significant life.

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SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF LEADERSHIP BURNOUT

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SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF LEADERSHIP BURNOUT

Leaders are greatly responsible for the growth, development, and productiveness of their teams and organizations.  One of the greatest responsibilities of leaders is to grow and develop the people around them.  With these expectations, leadership burnout can become a real issue.

Are you suffering from leadership burnout?

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5 BENEFITS OF LEADERSHIP

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5 BENEFITS OF LEADERSHIP

There are many opportunities and privileges that come with leadership, but it also comes with tremendous responsibility.  I believe we all are leaders.  The questions are who, why, and how are we leading?  Have you ever thought no one was watching, but you looked around and saw someone watching you?  The fact of the matter is that someone is always watching us, which makes us all leaders.

Whether you believe you are a leader or not, leadership has its benefits.  My hopes are that you will see the benefits of leading, and seek various ways to develop your leadership. Here are 5 benefits of leading.

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2 MARKS OF A GREAT LEADER

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2 MARKS OF A GREAT LEADER

What are people saying about your leadership?

British/American author, motivational speaker, and marketing consultant Simon Sinek said, “Leadership is a way of thinking, a way of acting and most importantly, a way of communicating.”

Leadership is about investing and positively influencing others.  I will share two ways of strengthening your leadership, but first let’s talk about the importance of visionary leadership.

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FRIGHTENING FACTS OF HORRIBLE LEADERS

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FRIGHTENING FACTS OF HORRIBLE LEADERS

I’m not a fan of scary movies.  And if there’s anything I dislike more than a horror movie it’s a horrible leader.  Horrible leaders are not only scary, but they can be a living nightmare.

I know you have experienced a bad leader.  Many research studies agree that three out of four employees report experiencing a bad boss that increases their level of stress.  If you haven’t had an encounter with a horrible leader, you are a rare exception.

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THE ADVANTAGE OF TRUE LEADERSHIP

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THE ADVANTAGE OF TRUE LEADERSHIP

How would you define leadership?

Leadership is all about influence.  But to build influence as a leader, you have to serve others.  If you think leadership is you being in charge, you may want to think again. 

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THE BEST LEADERS ARE CHEERLEADERS

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THE BEST LEADERS ARE CHEERLEADERS

Why do we choose to be critics rather than cheerleaders?

As leaders, we have power beyond our imagination with our teams just as parents have over their children.  Just remember, you as a leader must show up to support and motivate even if no one else does.

The success of a leader lies in our ability to be a cheerleader versus a critic.  Here are 3 ways to be a cheerleader, which will give you and your team the best opportunity to be successful.

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