“What
attributes are most critical for a leader to demonstrate?” The answer is not about what attributes a
leader has, it is about what actions s/he demonstrates.
To
lead effectively in 2013, a leader must:
§ Engage,
align, and connect with his/her followers and peers
§ Embrace
change
§ Understand
and leverage his/her personal leadership strengths
§ Thoroughly
understand his/her business/function/industry, including all the connections
§ Be
willing and able to lead as a trusted advisor within a leadership team
§ Continue
to self-develop
“Effective
leadership is not about making speeches or being liked; leadership is defined
by results not attributes.” Peter Drucker
