Leadership

Goal: demonstrate integrity and influence

Influence others in a positive way

• Leaders motivate and inspire others. They understand how to influence behaviors and attitudes and do it, regardless of position. Effective leaders are trustworthy and honest. They lead by example.

Resources:

• Inspiring Others
• 11 Remarkably Effective Ways to Lead by Example
• Leadership Character: The role of integrity

Exhibit confidence

• Leaders have confidence in their skills and abilities. They lead without being bossy or acting like a "know-it-all". Their confidence is anchored in credibility. They've actually earned the right to lead through their knowledge, training, and/or experience.

Resources:

• 4 Ways Leaders Exhibit Self Confidence

Demonstrate emotional intelligence

• Leaders have emotional intelligence. They are aware of, in control of, and able to express their own emotions. They can recognize, understand, and influence the emotions of others. They are considerate and empathetic.

Resources:

• Why Emotional Intelligence is Indispensable for Leaders