Leadership Attributes
What are these attributes required for good leadership today?
Patience
The ability to see the long term and delay gratification.
Flexibility
Being adaptable as situations change.
Self-discipline
Being a self-starter and keeping emotions under control.
Good listening skills
Two-way communication skills such as clearly stating ideas and understanding both verbal communication and nonverbal cues.
Excellent coaching and training skills
The vital skills for getting others to work effectively.
Sensitivity to customer and employee issues
A customer focus and ability to empathize with employees
Personal commitment to excellence
Commitment to the realization of a quality vision.
Accountability
Taking responsibility for action and honestly measuring and evaluating performance.
Courage
The personal strength to venture and persevere.
Humility
By being humble, leaders are better able to coach, mentor, communicate with, and learn from, followers.
Integrity
The ability to discern right from wrong and to commit to what is chosen as the right course.
Creativity
The constant search for and the ability to see opportunities and possibilities
Perseverance
The ability to stay on the right path when the going gets rough.
Well-being
The personal physical and mental health required for readiness and success.