"Great leaders are built, not born. In other words, leadership can be taught and trained. While it may be easier for people with certain personalities to lead in certain contexts (e.g., an extraverted sales manager), the formula for great leadership isn't one-size-fits-all. But great leadership also doesn't happen by accident. Becoming a stand-out leader requires intentionality and thoughtful reflection. In this post, we provide a self-reflection and action planning activity to help you become a better leader."
"Great leaders are driven by purpose and a commitment to their values, principles, and goals. But many leaders fail to reflect on and revise their "why" statements over time-those clear and succinct statements that help communicate to others why and how they want to lead. Doing so requires asking: Why do I want to be a leader? What type of leader do I want to be? Why am I driven to have these qualities as a leader?"
Leadership can be developed through intentional training, reflection, and action planning rather than being purely innate. Different personalities may fit different contexts, but deliberate practice and targeted improvement create strong leaders. Clarifying purpose by writing "why" statements helps communicate motivations, desired leader type, and legacy. Leaders should identify where improvement is needed, set specific goals, locate necessary resources, and create detailed plans for execution. Taking focused notes during reflection and revising purpose statements over time supports continuous improvement and increases the likelihood of achieving leadership objectives.
Read at Psychology Today
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