Some people are popular. Does that make them leaders? Nope, not necessarily. Maybe they’re just “cool.”
So what is a true leader?
A true leader:
- is someone we trust and respect.
- is a good communicator and listener
- does not belittle others but empowers them to succeed
- works skillfully with others
- is empathetic
- takes honesty and sincerity seriously
- gives others the credit they deserve
- is self-confident
- remains calm in the face of conflict
- is adaptable and encourage new ideas
- thinks outside the box
- seeks help from others
- is optimistic
- is flexible
Finally, a true leader doesn’t mind sitting with others in a circle.
An anthropologist proposed a game to the kids in an African tribe. He put a basket full of fruit near a tree and told the kids that who ever got there first won the sweet fruits. When he told them to run they all took each others hands and ran together, then sat together enjoying their treats. When he asked them why they had run like that as one could have had all the fruits for himself they said: ”UBUNTU, how can one of us be happy if all the other ones are sad?”
‘UBUNTU’ in the Xhosa culture means: “I am because we are.”
For ways to help your child lead, read here.
Daily word prompt: Popular
Carolyn Dennis-Willingham 
Such a good example of awesomeness 😍
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Thank you, awesome person! 🙂
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Thank you for sharing your thoughts… as a teacher in the 21st century, your article speaks to me, reminding me the importance of being a leader in the classroom… not just popular.
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Thank you, Raquel! Keep up those keep qualities of leadership!
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Leaders in the 21st century must understand the importance of the circle….great post!
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Thank you! Have have a feeling you have always sat with others in that circle. ;:
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Loved the post on leadership. I lead a large team of people in my day job and your list is a great reminder of what it means to be a true leader.
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Keep up the great work, Hockey Mom!
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Carolyn,
I’m amazed at your productivity. So much good stuff. Thanks.
How do you find the time? Any idea how many people are following you?
Keep up the inspiring work.
Chris Hageseth
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Thanks Chris. It’s great to hear from you. I have close to 600 blogging buds now. I’m also in between novels 😉 And YOU inspire me.
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Wow, what a powerful message. Thank you for sharing
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Thank you, Gansu!
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