How do You Define Leadership?

Are you leading your team by saying, “Go!!!” which is defined as a BOSS…. Or are you leading your team by saying, “Let’s Go!!!” which is defined as a LEADER….

Have you ever asked yourself, “What qualities or characteristics would I use to describe someone who Rocks as a Leader?” These are the Top 33 list of Leadership Qualities identified by a group of City Leaders during a recent customized program to enhance their organization’s communication and leadership ability. 

As you read the list, rate yourself in each quality or characteristic to highlight where you need to be a catalyst to change, modify or validate.  Every day is a New Beginning!

0 – Never 

1 – Sometimes 

2 – Always 

• Motivate and encourage others

• Integrity

• Honestly Cares

• Consistent

• Ability to make a difference on unpopular decisions

• Patient

• Multi-culturally Literate

• Receptive

• Approachable

• Clear and Concise

• Passionate

• Visionary

• Transparent

• Lead by Example

• Decisive

• Flexible

• Empathetic

• Confident

• Good Listener

• Perceptive

• Regular Interaction with Team

• Honest

• Compassionate

• Not Micro-managed

• Treat Everyone with Respect

• Leading for Others

• Servant Leadership

• Raising Personal Expectations

• Advance Planning

• Self-Reflection

• Inclusiveness

• Empowerment

• Knowledge