Leaders treat people the way they want to be treated
Leaders build themselves up by building up others
Leaders surround themselves with the best people
Leaders give the team credit for success, and place failure on themselves
Leaders are not afraid to take risks and make mistakes
Leaders are aware of their leadership style and learn how their style comes across to their team
Leaders are effective communicators
Leaders respect others
Leaders care about the people involved
Leaders are honest and demonstrate integrity
Leaders are able to get people engaged and leverage the strength of others
Leaders empower people
Embed from Getty ImagesLeaders building competencies and focus on the right things
Leaders are able to tolerate frustration and stress
Leaders deliver results
Leaders are active, expressive, optimistic, and energetic
Leaders have a sense of duty and carry a high standard of excellence
Leaders are thick-skinned
Leaders are practical, logical, and to-the-point, yet flexible and open to change
Leaders are secure – no need to seek approval
Leaders are socially aware and careful in their social interactions
Leaders envision the future and convince others and lead them in a new direction
Leaders are alert and focused
This man is not a leader
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You’ve got that right.
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Dale,
Many thanks … I always appreciate a non-partisan view from across the border.
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😀
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I agree.
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Robin,
Thanks … and to think that about a third of our population would disagree. Yikes!
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I think that’s what scares me the most, Frank. It’s an almost cult-like atmosphere with those who support the guy. They are willing to drink the Kool-Aid.
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Yep – and that is scary.
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Yep.
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Cathy,
Thanks for the support. … and I hope all is well with you!
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Besides saying ‘amen,’ what inspires so many people to think of The Donhole (my term for the Complainer-in-Chief) as a leader?
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Mudge,
To answer your question, the only ideas I have to answer your question is that he’s not Obama or Clinton … and the synergistic effect of voter bias and ignorance.
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No, he is not! Well stated!
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Jo,
Instead of calling his names, just thought I’d go in another direction.
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You are so right! He is also not a critical thinker. Still saddens and amazes me that he is–nevertheless–“president.” At least the title is there.
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Patti,
He has the title … and in my mind, far and square.
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A sad thing too. He is the Narcissist in Chief.
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John,
Even sadder is that we could develop a long list of negative adjectives to describe him.
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And getting longer. This is what we get for the absence of congressional leadership and dedication to the principles of government rather than greed. Needless to say it’s Obama’s fault. Good post, Frank. 🙂
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Despite the long list of Trump negatives, the entire Washington Mess is unquestionably Obama’s fault.
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Hear, hear. (That expression is Obama’s fault.)
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Brilliant explanation.
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😀
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Because of Trump I try my best to avoid superlatives, but that said, your post is truly remarkable and should be shared with state and national news media outlets. The public needs to hear your words and face up to how Trump’s incompetent and abusive leadership style compares to what they expect from management in their places of employment.
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Tim,
Predictably, I know you would appreciate this post. But, it will be read by 100 people if I’m lucky.
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Be assured that my friends and relatives, whom I plan to direct to your blog website to read “On Leadership” will, predictably, like it.
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It’s not the predictable that I worry about.
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I probably have shared this with you before, but I am a registered Republican. And I love to play devil’s advocate on most things political. But as much as I love to marinate on politics, I have been effectively neutered since November. I got nothing.
Me? No likee this guy.
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Cayman,
I was a registered Republican – but the Tea Party movement pushed me away – and then I went out the door when I got the chance. (In Ohio law, voter declares during a primary and that sticks until the next primary …. Ohio doesn’t have an “Independent” label – but the “I” on my voting record is for receiving an “Issue-only ballot”.
Thanks for sharing!
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Ugh! Don’t get me started on the Tea Party. . .
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I understand.
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I couldn’t agree more . . .
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Kerry,
I’ve never seen anything like what is going on now. The man has spent his live answering to himself … And this position isn’t that!
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Hey! Do I have to “comment with respect” even about Fearless Leader???????
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Elyse,
None necessary b/c your mere presence is enough. How have you been?
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Phew! I am fine. Uninspired though — No writing in over a month.
Hope you are well!
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Good choice …. Writing in this political climate can wear a person down.
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At first, I was shaking my head in disbelief that he was elected. Now I’m shaking in my boots, waiting to see what’s going to happen. Watching in horror from Canada!
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Resa,
While you watch, we live it. Definitely weird and scary.
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OH, really clever post, Frank!
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Resa,
I aimed for a surprise ending – so at least I hit it with you. 🙂
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I couldn’t possibly agree with you more. The kindest thing I can think to say about him is that he isn’t a leader…I’ll leave it at that!
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Debra,
Instead of writing a blistering attack on the man, I took the subtle approach capped by a zinger.
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He terrifies me, truly he does. Actually, I think the nation terrifies me right now.
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Val,
He is quite the case study. Hang in there.
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Have you also heard of the Platinum Rule? Treat others the way that THEY want to be treated. It’s a spin on Emotional Intelligence; something that is also very much lacking with many.
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Janee,
Welcome first-time commenter … and sorry for the delay. No, I have not heard of the Platinum Rule, so thanks for the introduction. I can’t figure out the intent of you comment as a positive or negative to neither President Trump or this post.
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As leaders we must remember that we can help or hurt the same amount of people by our actions!
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David,
Welcome first-time commenters. Good point about leadership.
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