Week Eight – Leadership Characteristics – David

What makes people want to follow a leader?

An effective leader:

1. Can lead UP to those above them, ACROSS to their peers, and DOWN to those under them.

2. Knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.

3. Lives out the vision.

4. Takes something complicated and makes it simple.

5. Communicates clearly and in good order by laying out the goals and principles.

6. Gives others authority and hold them accountable.

7. Is trustworthy and extends trust to other.