So here are three things that leaders do…that you can start doing today.
1. Leaders ask for input – Leaders know that power is not in position. Rather, power is in posture. And the most powerful posture is humility. An open and receptive posture that invites and welcomes many voices and perspectives. “What are your thoughts?” is a positive power play with real potential.
So, leaders actively seek the ideas of their team members. “What do you guys think we should do?” is not a sign of weakness on the part of the leader. Quite the contrary. It’s brilliance. Leaders ask for help. Leaders listen. And, in so doing, they engage and empower others.
2. Leaders seek wisdom before they take action – Leaders take action based on what they believe is wise, that is, the right course for the right reasons. Where do they find this wisdom? While leaders often have good ideas, even the smartest know that they don’t have all the ideas. There may be even better ideas out there among their constituents. The leader that seeks the wisdom of the people in the system is indeed a wise one.
3. Leaders learn and change – Leaders are agents of change. And all change starts with the man or woman in the mirror. The Self. The wise leader takes a long and honest look in the mirror. And resolves to make the necessary changes in himself.
So, if you are thinking about being a leader at work or outside of work, start acting like a leader.
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