what makes a good leader?

Philippines
May 17, 2008 12:57pm CST
What makes a good leader? People see different angles. People see leaders differently, depending on their culture, values, norms, experiences.. Let everyone hear your thougths on this.
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11 responses
• Philippines
7 Aug 08
i w0uld say,any0ne c0uld be a g0od leader.regardless of the numbers of their follower,but to be a good leader one must be a good follower as well.most importantly,a leader must practice what he preach.
• Philippines
14 Aug 08
Integrity. Walk the Talk. I completely agree with you.
@CopyPaper (228)
• Philippines
21 Jul 08
There are many qualities which make a good and effective leader; a good leader is the one who leads from the front. He has an uncanny capability to inspire loyalty. A good leader always thinks about the well being of his people and organizations. The significance of good and effective leadership is not only to make a difference in the outcome of a particular organization, but also to make a difference in the satisfaction levels of the people working with the organization.
• Philippines
14 Aug 08
I love this. Especially the uncanny capability to inspire loyalty. I think this is the next level leadership. However, do we let them be loyal to the leader or to the organization?
• United States
20 May 08
I think a good and strong leader starts with a person's morals. If they're willing to backstab and undercut anyone they may get a little further in the beginning but it will all crash down on them eventually. I think a good leader has to be strong in morals and ethics.
• Philippines
3 Jun 08
i completely agree. sometimes credibility and buy ins would come from these ethics and morals... how can one lead with all those actions that will make everyone cringe. one will be a leader with no followers... which makes him no leader at all.
@roniroxas (10559)
• Philippines
26 May 08
all that you said is all so true that is a good quality of a good leader. i will also add a good leader should be a good listener as well. if he listens to what his people feels and what his people suggest then he is a good leader. is someone is a good listener then he learns more then transform himself to be a good leader
• Philippines
14 Aug 08
Agree. Listening to the voice of the people provides insight and direction.
@underdogtoo (9579)
• Philippines
21 May 08
What I would consider to be a good leader is one who can take people to better things and better situations. Hitler was a strong leader but he led the people towards destruction. People should be wary of who they accept as a leader.
• Philippines
14 Aug 08
I completely agree. People should take a more proactive role in choosing who will lead them better. Good day!
• United States
21 Jul 08
I think I am a good leader because Im interesting and social and Im alot to talk about, not to be all into myself. But I think a good leader is confidence and shows character. But that is my opion. People dont wanna look up to someone wiht bad taste in there selfs.
• Philippines
14 Aug 08
Nice view. Yes, personality and charisma is also a critical piece in being a good leader
@urbandekay (18278)
17 May 08
Those qualities that make a good leader are exactly those that are not found in managers and differentiate a leader from a mere manager. all the best urban
• Philippines
3 Jun 08
i completely agree.
17 May 08
Any good leader must have 3 qualities: Hustle: be able to improvise and adapt your game to suit the circumstances. Respect: for your peers and the team you lead Loyalty: to the people that you lead, and to yourself, to have a belief that you can do it. It's as simple as that
• Philippines
3 Jun 08
HRL. He's a Real Leader. Nice acronym, dont you think?
• Philippines
20 May 08
a good leader is one who has the skill to move a person to do what he wanted to be done with the other person thinking that it was his own idea and is doing it voluntarily. a good leader is someone who can motivate his followers to move together towards a common goal. a good leader is one to knows how to ask good questions and find the right techniques and technologies to use for the achievement of the common goals. a good leader is one who puts more value on human life than on material things.
• Philippines
3 Jun 08
thanks, luningning. being a leader is really tough... moving people towards a common goal.
• Philippines
17 Aug 10
These qualities can be developed or maybe naturally part of their personality as a good leaders.A good leader has an exemplary character: It is important that a leader is trustworthy to lead others. A leader is honest and have integrity. A good leader is enthusiastic about their work or cause and also about their role as a leader. Leaders need to be able to be a source of inspiration and be a motivator towards the required action or cause. A good leader is confident in order to lead and set direction. Such a person inspires confidence in others and draws out the trust and best efforts of the team o complete the task well.
@JEpisanD (43)
• Philippines
17 Oct 10
A good leader, you must know how to bring your team into success with full support.