To be a leader, you must first see yourself as a leader. Based on what you have learned so far, you now know what qualities are important in a leader and you have prioritized them as they apply to you. Experience is the greatest teacher, however, and there is no substitute. If you ever had a boss that infuriated you and made you want to quit your job, you know what not to do. If you ever had a parent, teacher, coach, or supervisor who inspired you, you have a good example to follow.
Words from the Wise
- Thucydides: The bravest are surely those who have the clearest vision of what is before them, glory and danger alike, and yet notwithstanding, go out and meet it.
- Woodrow Wilson: The ear of the leader must ring with the voices of the people.
- Theodore Roosevelt: The best executive is the one who has sense enough to pick good men to do what he wants done, and self-restraint to keep from meddling with them while they do it.