Step Up and Lead
• 70 % of Americans believe there is a leadership crisis today.
• Americans have lost confidence in leadership in five sectors: education, religion, business, Congress, and the executive branch. Only medical and military leadership have more than a moderate level of confidence.
• In no sector did confidence increase from last year.
• Only 38 % believe their leaders have high ethical standards.
Many see crisis here; I see opportunity. The leader you have been waiting for is you. You lead by your example. You lead by communicating clearly to others what needs to be done. Leadership is teaching and inspiring others to get it done. Leadership is influence. We begin to lead when we stop complaining about others and start inspiring them with our vision and our example.
Why should people follow you? Peter Drucker said in an interview with Forbes Magazine that Harry Truman had the charisma of a dead mackerel, but his staff practically worshipped him. It was because his integrity was impeccable. Harry always said what he meant and meant what he said. Yes meant yes. And no meant no. How's your integrity? Do you tell the truth (with compassion) or do you tell people what they want to hear?
It is time that those of us who are disappointed in leadership step up, and become leaders ourselves. It is time that those of us who are managing start leading. It is time that those of us who are leading listen to the people and ask ourselves: "What needs to be done now?"
How do you develop your leadership and the leadership of the people around you?
• Leadership seminars and classes.
• Executive Coaching
• Ongoing reflection and practice.
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William Frank Diedrich is a speaker, executive coach and the author of three books, including 30 Days to Prosperity: A Workbook for Well-Being. Those who purchase 30 Days to Prosperity are eligilble for a free online prosperity class to compliment the book. (Next class begins Feb. 5) To learn more about his books, services, and free gifts go to http://transformativepress.com .
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