Leaders make a difference…

Who is leader?

What is leadership?

Leading people

Influencing people

Commanding people

Guiding people

In 1948, General Omar N. Bradley defined leadership as,

“…the art of influencing human behavior through ability to directly influence people and direct them toward a specific goal.” ….”

Leadership is….

Leadership is a process by which a person influences others to accomplish an objective and directs the organization in a way that makes it more cohesive and coherent. Leaders carry out this process by applying their leadership attributes, such as beliefs, values, ethics, character, knowledge, and skills.

Companies that are successful over the long term have some things in

common, including great leadership.

Common Activities

• Planning

• Organizing

• Directing

• Controlling

As a Planner…

As a Director…

As a Controller

As an Organizer…

Managers vs. Leaders

Managers• Focus on things• Do things right• Plan• Organize• Direct• Control• Follows the rules

Leaders• Focus on people• Do the right things• Inspire• Influence• Motivate• Build • Shape entities

Leadership Traits (interpersonal qualities)

Good communicatorMotivator

Appreciates Co Workers.

Lead by example.

Have a Clear vision

Humility

Honesty

Avoid arguments.

Listen to others.

Create a positive atmosphere.

Leadership Professional qualities

How Far Can You Go?

Roles of a Leader

Leadership Roles

• Visionary

• Coach

• Communicator

• Motivator

• Ambassador

Visionary

• Imagine success…think big

• Picture it in your head

• Describe what it looks like, feels like, sounds like

• Share it with others

If You Aren’t a Visionary…

…Recruit One

Coach

• Recruit great players

• Put them in the right positions

• Develop the game plan

• Call only the big plays

Communicator

• Develop a simple message

• Repeat it often• Use multiple vehicles (write, call, visit)

• Tell stories

This Role Is Not Optional

Motivator

• Learn what motivates people

• Recognize good behavior

• Celebrate results, not activity

• Timing is everything

Enthusiasm is the Key

Ambassador

• You Are The Primary Messenger• Stay On Message All the Time• People Are Watching You• This is Bigger Than Any of Us

Never Blame Things On “Them”