What does successful leadership look like? There's so many definitions out there, but we're well aware we're desperate for good leadership.
When you look at successful leadership, you look at people who are pretty open and honest; good communication skills; they connect with that team member; they encourage personal and professional growth; they don't just think that they are the only ones that should be learning and doing.
They make others better around them for sure, keeping that positive attitude. Nothing worse than working for a downer, right?
They teach employees instead of giving orders. It's a huge, huge mindset. Some people just don't have that ability, but that's a successful leader. That's what they look like.
But what about your own style in your leadership? Not everyone should be doing it the same. If you're going to be a good leader, and you're trying to be somebody else, you're probably not going to be effective. You've got to find your style in the midst of all of it.
You've got to know your values. They're traits upon which your reputation is built. They affect how you will consciously and subconsciously lead.
You've got to know what your strengths are. Chances are, you're a leader because you have those certain strengths. A lot of times those strengths, too, are your weaknesses, so you have to be careful, but leverage them.
You've got to define your uniqueness. What sets you apart? Why are you so special?
What are your true-to-the-core motivations? In fact, what would people say you're motivated by? When you're figuring out your style, find out your motivation. Then, you've got to observe the leaders and peers around you. Who do you admire right now? Who do you look up to? But you've got to be you at the same time. It's not that impossible.
Successful leadership is all about influence. It's having followers and getting it done. But doing it on your terms, with your style, is even better. It's the only way to do it.  
 
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