Over the last few weeks we have been asking you “What does it take to be an exceptional leader? ”
Thanks to everyone who entered, the overall winner was:
” A leader empowers his people to do their best by believing in them, guiding them and being an example.”
So onto the remainder of the results -
2. Stands firm with her decision about company growth yet has also kept her heart for the subordinates.
3. Networks & a passionate spirit that continually realigns him/herself & the team toward the MAIN goal.
4. Being respected by people above and below you.
5. Demonstrating your passion for your company & mentoring your employees to succeed.
6. The qualities which define exceptional leaders are Vision, Passion and Endurance.
7. I would say a good leader must be able to lead and follow people at the same time as well be willing to learn from followers as well. Lead by example. Leader is also all about serving other people. To Lead is to Serve! Also including integrity. Walk the talk with consistency to earn the respect and people will follow. Last but not least, have the vision to inspire people to move forward.
8. I would say ‘building relationships’. Whether that is with suppliers, customers, employees or other people I think that is the true sign of a leader.
9. It is great if someone is inspiring to get people to do things his way. But I feel it is more important for a leader to be truly able to listen to others, and take that information as leverage for the relationship.
Normally 1 + 1 = 2. A good leader makes 1 + 1 equal 4.
10. A leader is somebody who listens to his/her subordinates. He/She can consider each other’s opinion and willing to take the risk. Also, a good leader is someone who is flexible and can adapt changes instantly without hesitating. Experience is the best key to learn how can you be a good leader, books are just theories.
If you would still like to add your comments, we are leaving the contest open for 1 more week – enter at http://contests.youngentrepreneur.com/.
Next week we will be starting a brand new entrepreneur Poll!
Adam Toren
