“Great leaders don’t set out to be a leader…they set out to make a difference.”
– Lisa Haisha, speaker, TV host
Our Friday Morning Group is about a third of the way through Maxwell’s 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership — and it’s been a great ride with a great group of guys so far.
Simplified, The Law of Respect boils down to six qualities Maxwell believes go into being a respected leader. I’ve added my own little paraphrased niblet beside each one (well, five of mine and one from Henry Kissinger…)
- Natural Leadership Ability — this is the stuff that’s wired in and developed in our early years
- Respect of Others — gotta give it to get it back, right?
- Courage — Kissinger said, “A leader does not deserve the name unless he is willing occasionally to stand alone.”
- Success — Winning requires a willingness and desire to grow. We respect others who have put in the work to succeed.
- Loyalty — Powerful and compelling, stand by those in our influence and those who lead us
- Value Addes to Others — Pour into others, and watch the investment flourish
I’m partial to the Haisha quote at the top, but Kissinger’s thought by bullet #3 hits home, too. Sometimes a leader has to move in a direction alone, and trust that her instincts, experience and judgment are pointing her in the right direction.
Make it a great weekend.
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