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Traits Of Good Leadership By Christopher Stanley by McEphiks(m): 2:35pm On Feb 03, 2018 |
Leadership is defined as ‘the
process in which an individual
influences the group of individuals
to attain a common goal’. The goal
is attained by mutual cooperation
and cohesive behaviour. A leader
infuses a sense of positivity and
directs others to reach the
specified goal.
Various theories since years have
been formulated by psychologists
to explain the traits of a leader.
Certain traits of a good leader were
listed by the researchers as:
intelligence, extraversion, and
adjustment, openness to
experience, general self-efficacy
and conscientiousness. It has been
inferred that an individual
possessing these traits results as a
good leader.
Another theory suggests that great
events lead an ordinary individual to
emerge as a leader. Then there is a
third theory which emphasises that
leadership is a transformation or a
process. Anyone can become a
leader by learning the leadership
skills.
A leader is someone who stands
not only for his cause but takes
responsibility and motivates other
individuals also. There is a clear
difference between being a boss
and a leader. A leader is a
motivation for others and inspires
individuals to aim high and attain
that aim. However a boss only
supervises over his subordinates.
Power naturally comes to a leader
but that power is not a tool of
leader.
Rather if one tries to control the
circumstances with power it turns
out to be authoritarian or even
suppressive in its expression.
Leadership is not a quality but it is
an individual’s behaviour. A leader
showcases a positive attitude and
high self esteem. He assertively
works towards the goal but never
gets pushy for it. A continuous self
study, training, evaluation and
imbibing positive things in life
develop the characteristics of a
leader.
Situations are never in our hands
but reaction is always that we can
control. A leader not only reacts
positively but also helps other
members of the group to see the
brighter side of the picture.
It has also been noticed that only
those persons are considered as
good leaders who have gained the
trust and confidence of their
subordinates. Communication plays
a vital role in this regard. The other
thing that people respect is
knowledge.
Proficiency in subject is the main
driving force. The next factor is the
execution of idea. A leader always
executes the things effectively. He
works as a team and team welfare
is his primary goal. A leader is
looked upon by his subordinates
critically also. A man of high moral
values and integrity can only
become a good leader.
It has always been a matter of
controversy as to what makes an
individual different from others.
Some emphasise that is an innate
quality while some advocate that it
is a matter of practice only. To sum
up, leadership is a quality which is if
present naturally is welcome or
otherwise can be developed by
acquiring desired skills. |
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