Thoughts on Leadership

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Weekly Leadership Thought: What do Your Subordinates Say About Your Leadership?

Leadership is not a popularity contest it is about accomplishing the mission.

You clearly articulate your expectations, you set the standard, and you set the example for performance. Frankly, you don’t care what they think of you because you are leading them where they need to go.

Should you be concerned about what your subordinates think and say about your leadership?

Does your subordinates opinion of your leadership have an impact on their effectiveness?

Does your subordinates opinion of your leadership have an impact on your effectiveness as a leader?

Does your opinion of your boss’ leadership impact your effectiveness?

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Weekly Leadership Thought – Leadership is a Bond of Trust

“ …leadership is founded on a bond of trust between the leader and the led… “ (The Armed Forces Officer, 2007)

How do you build that trust on a daily basis?

Share your thoughts in the comments section.

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As a Leader What do You Ask Yourself When You are in a Tough Situation?

As a leader, you find yourself with tough decisions or in tough situations on a regular basis. What do you do to bring clarity about your next steps?

Have you ever thought about what an accomplished leader would do?

A good question to ask yourself is: ‘What would (substitute a leader’s name here) do in this situation?”

The name may be a historic figure, current leader, family member, or a leader you respect.

This allows you to look at the issue from another leader’s perspective and challenge your bias’.

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What Kind of Leader are You?

Think of the best leader you ever worked with.

How did they make you feel?

Are you that kind of leader?

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