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From the smallest team to the largest organization, there are three crucial roles which comprise leadership:
Communicate an inspiring vision: It is the leader’s job to define the purpose of the group in a way that inspires and motivates everyone, and sets boundaries that focus the group’s attention.
Model the culture: Leaders must deeply embody the values of the group so they can model behavior that aligns with those values.
Create more leaders: A leader should always be focused on developing more leaders by elevating people into positions they aren’t quite ready for, then providing the support they need to succeed.
When filling a leadership role in any group, keep these Principles of Leadership in mind:
Success is measured by how many new leaders you create. A great leader shares the most glamorous and most menial tasks, and knows when to support and when to get out of the way.
Leadership means taking a personal interest in each of the people you are leading and what they have to offer. It must be genuine; it can’t be a performance.
Listening isn’t done until the speaker feels heard. Pausing to listen is a stitch in time that nurtures relationships for the long term.
A skilled leader is quick to let go of the details and focus on what is most important. Let people make mistakes to learn from; never micromanage.
Literally. (And figuratively.) Have faith in the people you’re leading and default to disclosure.
Leaders motivated by admiration fail to empower others. Leave a legacy without getting caught.