Qualities of a good leader

Leader Qualities #1;
[CHARACTER]
CHARACTER:
• The quality of a person’s behavior, as revealed in his habits of
thoughts and expressions, his attitudes and interests, his action
and his personal philosophy in life.
Be a piece of the rock. There would always be two paths to choose
from: character and compromise. “ Every time a person chooses
character, he becomes stronger, even if that choice brings negative
consequences.”

What people must know about character?
• Character is more than talk;
• Talent is a gift, but character is a choice;
• Character brings lasting success with people;
• Leaders cannot rise above the limitations of their
character;

Character can be improved by doing the
following:
Search for the cracks. Reflect on the major decisions that you had done in your life
as far as you can remember in terms of letting people down or giving compromises.
Look for patterns. From the reflections that you have done, are there particular
instances that kept emerging? These patterns will help you diagnose issues of
character.
Face the music. It is when you apologize and accept your mistakes that character
repairs begin.
Rebuild. You have been brave enough to face your past actions but more courage is
needed to face the future. Let your past actions serve as your guide so as not to
commit the same mistakes in the future.

[CHARISMA]
The first impression can seal the deal
CHARISMA:
• Special spiritual gift bestowed temporarily by the holy spirit on a
group or an individual for the general good of the church
• An extraordinary power in a person, group, cause, etc. which takes
hold of popular imagination, wins popular support.

To make yourself the kind of person who
attracts others, you need to personify these
pointers;
• Love Life;
• Put a “10” on every person’s head;
• Give people hope;
• Share yourself;

:Character can be improved by doing the
following:
Change your focus. Always check if your focus during conversation is
towards yourself. Learn how to balance. Recognize the person’s who made
contributions on the success of a project.
Play the first impression game. When you meet a person for the first time,
focus on him. Remember his name and interests, and give positive comments.
Try your best to give a very good impression.
Share yourself. Share your resources to others. Resources come in different
ways. Share what you have: talents, skills and valuable services aside from
material things. These are highly appreciated.

[COMMITMENT]
It separates “doers” from “dreamers”.
COMMITMENT:
• Something which engages one to do something, a continuing obligation
especially financial
• The act of committing, the state of intellectual and emotional adherence to
some political, social, religious theory or action especially the conscious
linking of works of literature and art with such theory of action.

True nature of commitment:
•Commitment starts in the heart;
•Commitment is tested by actions;
•Commitment opens the door to achievement;

Commitment can be improved by doing
the following:
Measure it. Commitments can be measured through the following:
how much time you devote at work, family, in service, in health and
recreation activities, and how much you spend on living expenses,
entertainment, personal development, and giving. Compare how
much you devote and spend on these things. Is it justifiable?
Know what’s worth dying for. Answer the question. Write what’s
in your thoughts. Match if your actions are parallel with your ideas.

[COMMUNICATION]
Without it you travel alone.
COMMUNICATION:
• The act of communicating
• Something that communicated
• A means of sending a message, orders, etc.

You can be more effective as a
communicator if you follow four basic
truths:
• Simplify your message;
• See the person;
• Show the truth;
• Seek a response;

following:
Be clear as a bell. Whether in oral or written communication, being
brief and concise and direct simplifies and clarifies thoughts.
Simplicity and clarity must be noted to achieve good communication.
Refocus your attention. Different instances require different topics.
Don’t make yourself arrogant. Know the needs and desires of your
listener
Live your message. Make sure that had been understood. Ask
questions for clarity. Accept comments without defensiveness.

Leader qualities #5;
[COMPETENCE]
If you build it, they will come.
COMPETENCE:
• The state of being competent
To cultivate competence, do the following:
• Show up everyday;
• Keep improving;
• Follow through with excellence;
• Accomplish more than expected;
• Inspire others

following:
Get you head in the game. Devote yourself to the job. Be firm to give a
proper amount of attention.
Redefine the standard. When your performance is not consistently at high
levels, evaluate yourself. Define your standards. Make adjustments to fit
standards of your job description.
Find three ways to improve. There’s always room for improvement. Assess
yourself and make necessary changes.

• Generosity
• Initiative
• Listening
• Passion
• Positive attitude
• Relationships
• Responsibility
• Self-discipline
• Servanthood
• Teachability
• Vision

Differences Between Management and
Leadership
Management
• Is the process of controlling and
optimizing what exist.
• Is for stability.
• Is transactional.
• Managers follow rules, assure
compliance with them, and correct
conditions that deviate from standards
• Managers contain.
• Managers handle the how of work.
Leadership
• Is the process of changing what exists to what
is needed.
• Is for change.
• Is transformational.
• Leaders break rules, make new ones; encourage
creativity, and destroy restraints and inhibitions
that keep behavior within outmoded standards
• Leaders release.
• Leaders handle the what, the why, and the who.

10 STEPS TO QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
1. Build awareness of the need and opportunity for improvement.
2. Set goals for improvement
3. Organize to reach the goals (Quality Council, Teams, etc.)
4. Provide training
5. Carry out projects to solve problems
6. Report progress
7. Give recognition
8. Communicate results
9. Keep score
10. Maintain momentum

Qualities of a good leader

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