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7 Characteristics of Great Leaders

NANCY A. RUFFIN
3 min readFeb 26, 2020
Leadership

Generally speaking, a leader is someone who motivates others to act toward achieving a common goal. A leader is able to rally people around a cause and move them to take action toward achieving a particular objective.

A good leader inspires people to do something bigger than themselves. To work together to accomplish key objectives. To pool their strengths and resources to achieve great things. A good leader helps their team members become the absolute best version of themselves. Below are 7 high level characteristics that great leaders embody.

Vision. An effective leader has a clear vision of where they want to go and how they’re going to get there. They understand where they currently are and are crystal clear on what it’s going to take for them to get to where they want to be. The leader must be able to communicate this vision clearly to his team.

Motivation. The effective leader is highly skilled at motivating people. They know what makes others tick and are able to tap into those emotional triggers. Through their words and actions, they are able to motivate people to do things they maybe wouldn’t do otherwise.

Service. The best leaders are those who serve their followers. They seek to serve their team and make their team as effective as possible. They support their team members in whatever ways…

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NANCY A. RUFFIN
NANCY A. RUFFIN

Written by NANCY A. RUFFIN

I write stories centered on healing, self-development & growth. “To thine own self be true.”

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