As an executive, have you been lulled in believing that you were filling your purpose by repeating the tried and true leadership formula? Repetition is no longer a guarantee for success in today’s economy. It is time for a new leadership style, a shift from management to leadership based on outlook and attitude. Management is about rigidity, and leadership is flexibility allowing for adoption in a shifting environment. Leadership is taking responsibility, initiative, doing the right thing, and excelling during these shifting times.
Leadership is creating value; it is available to all who treat their people as responsible adults and encourages all to act in the interest of mutual success. Leaders are promoting a sense of individual worth and community and diligently directing activity towards an agreed-upon outcome. Managers motivate, whereas leaders inspire. Inspired companies are winners. In business, there is a need for fewer managers and more leaders.
What is your route to leadership? Who is your coach?