What makes a leader? How does a leader lead effectively? What traits do leaders have? What do we look for in a leader? I was given the chance to discuss this with a group in Rose Main.
It turns out, what traits I desire for myself don’t make me a good leader of others, but makes me a good leader of my life, one with independence and the freedom to do what I want, directing my life in the way I choose. That is what makes a good individual leader, but not a leader of many.
I think for a leader of many, what we really look for traits that allow one to direct many people, resolve many issues, and create a safe feeling for their “people”. If I was unsure about the future of a company I worked for, I would probably be searching for another job elsewhere since I really can’t expect stability here.
Overall, it was a good discussion that let me really question my beliefs. I like discussions like that since they tend to always stick with me for years
Your distinction between a leader of others and a leader of yourself is really interesting. Some traits are great for someone to live their own life, but they might not be the best when working in a team setting and leading others.