Transcript
A strong organization nurtures its future leaders.
But what makes a good leaders? And how do you know they've got what it takes?
Here are seven qualities to look for in your future leaders:
- They can generate new ideas and build an inspiring vision of the future.
- They have a natural drive and are passionate about leading.
- They can recognize their own strengths and weaknesses.
- They have integrity, and are respected by others for their fairness.
- They are "people-people."
- They have a positive and motivational energy, and their enthusiasm is contagious.
- They have a "star" quality that's difficult to define, but easy to recognize.
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Reflective Questions
Once you've watched the video, reflect on what you've learned by answering the following questions:
- Who in your team demonstrated the seven qualities explored in the video?
- How could you help develop these seven qualities in your team?
- If you were ever absent, do you have confidence that your team would be able to cover work and make decisions effectively without you?
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