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leadership principles prepared especially for… by Chance McDavid August 25, 2007 potential + motivation “results” Why? Based on What? values. “What do I value most in my life?” Leadership Defined. What’s Your Definition of Leadership? The definition of leadership is as individualized as leaders themselves! 5 FUNCTION OF LEADERS… • Leaders focus the attention of a group on a purpose. “Why do we get up in the morning?” “What is our mission?” • Leaders keep one eye on the horizon and one eye on the sidewalk in front of them. They help the group internalize the detailed vision. • Leaders organize work around results that will make the vision a reality. This means moving from talk to action. 5 FUNCTION OF LEADERS… • Leaders define a clear, unwavering set of values/guiding principles that support the vision and promotes individual accountability. This accountability is the glue that holds the vision intact. • Leaders motivate, challenge, encourage, empower and move their people. Take a Risk. Step Outside Your Comfort Zone. Leaders Must Think Outside the Box! Difficulty high Leaders are Change Agents! Group Behavior Individual Behavior Attitude Knowledge low short Time Involved long There is a Difference… MANAGERS… • • • • • • Administer Maintain Rely on control Imitate Focus on now Do things right • Authority to lead LEADERS… • • • • • • • Innovate Develop Inspire trust Have vision Challenge Do the right things Permission to lead Learning to Lead: A Workbook on Becoming a Leader (Bennis and Goldsmith) ARE LEADERS BORN OR MADE? CIRCLES OF PRODUCTIVITY WATCH OUT! money passion genetics WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER. TEAMS. Think about these… SHARE responsibility COLLABORATIVE working environment INTERDEPENDENCE needed to achieve goals BEST INTEREST of the company and/or project FEEDBACK friendly MEANINGFUL meetings TEAMS. Think about these… INTERPERSONAL issues friendly DIVERSE perspectives TIME investments FACILITATE when appropriate CONFLICT resolution TRUST enough to allow for mistakes 3 Vs of Teamwork Characteristics of a Good Team • • • • High level of interdependence Leader has good interpersonal skills Each member is willing to contribute A relaxed climate for communication exists • Members develop a mutual trust • The group is willing to take risks • Group is clear about goals and established targets Characteristics of a Good Team • Member roles are defined • Members know how to examine errors without personal attacks • The group has capacity to create new ideas • Each member knows he/she can influence the agenda -The Leaders Institute buildingyourteam.com 20-60-20 Rule CAVE PEOPLE A WORD ABOUT HUMILITY… “The Cornerstone of Leadership.” “People who are truly effective have the humility and reverence to recognize their own perceptual limitations and to appreciate the rich resources available through interaction with the hearts and minds of other human beings.” -Stephen R. Covey Fast Forward to Year 2015… Questions to Ponder: What will leaders need to offer? What will leaders need to ask? What qualities, talents, and skills will be critical? Who will be the face of leadership? TAKE HOME MESSAGE… Appreciate people’s talents and skills just as they are. This is the foundation of teamwork. Be humble. Servant leadership means “I’m helping you so you can reach your goals.” TAKE HOME MESSAGE… Managers have authority to lead. Leaders have permission to lead. However, there’s no single definition of leadership. Find your circle of productivity. Then, get in the game. FINAL THOUGHTS… Teamwork is the ability to work together toward a common vision. The ability to direct individual accomplishments toward organizational objectives. It is the fuel that allows common people to attain uncommon results. -Andrew Carnegie Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has. -Margaret Mead Chance McDavid, Vice President Membership & Community Development Greater Starkville Development Partnership [email protected] (662) 323-3322 200 East Main Street Starkville, MS 39759 Visit us at www.starkville.org