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The making of a true leader

Hardik Dave (IPCC and CS Professional(FINAL) Student) (15533 Points)

24 January 2012

LEADERSHIP is one of the hottest topics in present day world. . With the growing challenges in society and business the Subject of leadership has assumed a new significance. . . . Last few decades have seen increasing number of studies and researches in Leadership. . . From this it should not be interpreted that leadership is a recent subject. . . . At least in case of human beings leadership is as old as human civilization. . . . . . If we refer to the tribal age the tribes were led by sardars who used to look after interests of the members of the tribe and provide them leadership. . . Since then the idea or concept of leadership has come a long way. . . In the present age leadership has become highly significant for every system and organization.. . .

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GAUTAM DEY (Be Patient, Live Life) (17309 Points)
Replied 24 January 2012

"Leadership is the art of getting someone else to do something you want done because he wants to do it." ---- Dwight D. Eisenhower

Men make history and not the other way around. In periods where there is no leadership, society stands still. Progress occurs when courageous, skillful leaders seize the opportunity to change things for the better.

Nice sharing.

keep sharing

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Ankur Garg (Company Secretary and Compliance Officer) (114773 Points)
Replied 24 January 2012

Very nice and relevant post dear Hardik.

Seven Personal Qualities Found In A Good Leader:

A good leader has an exemplary character. It is of utmost importance that a leader is trustworthy to lead others. A leader needs to be trusted and be known to live their life with honestly and integrity. A good leader “walks the talk” and in doing so earns the right to have responsibility for others. True authority is born from respect for the good character and trustworthiness of the person who leads.
A good leader is enthusiastic about their work or cause and also about their role as leader. People will respond more openly to a person of passion and dedication. Leaders need to be able to be a source of inspiration, and be a motivator towards the required action or cause. Although the responsibilities and roles of a leader may be different, the leader needs to be seen to be part of the team working towards the goal. This kind of leader will not be afraid to roll up their sleeves and get dirty.
A good leader is confident. In order to lead and set direction a leader needs to appear confident as a person and in the leadership role. Such a person inspires confidence in others and draws out the trust and best efforts of the team to complete the task well. A leader who conveys confidence towards the proposed objective inspires the best effort from team members.
A leader also needs to function in an orderly and purposeful manner in situations of uncertainty. People look to the leader during times of uncertainty and unfamiliarity and find reassurance and security when the leader portrays confidence and a positive demeanor.
Good leaders are tolerant of ambiguity and remain calm, composed and steadfast to the main purpose. Storms, emotions, and crises come and go and a good leader takes these as part of the journey and keeps a cool head.
A good leader as well as keeping the main goal in focus is able to think analytically. Not only does a good leader view a situation as a whole, but is able to break it down into sub parts for closer inspection. Not only is the goal in view but a good leader can break it down into manageable steps and make progress towards it.
A good leader is committed to excellence. Second best does not lead to success. The good leader not only maintains high standards, but also is proactive in raising the bar in order to achieve excellence in all areas.

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Vikas Gupta (CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT) (16295 Points)
Replied 24 January 2012

Nice Dear..keep sharing..smile..

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CA Pallav Singhania (IT System Auditor) (33262 Points)
Replied 24 January 2012

Very well shared Hardik!!!

A TRUE LEADER MAHATMA GANDHI.......

BE THE CHANGE YOU WANT TO SEE IN THIS WORLD!!!

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CMA. CS. Sanjay Gupta ("PROUD TO BE AN INDIAN") (114220 Points)
Replied 24 January 2012

Nice Post on a Very Important topic which is relevant in all aspects of human life.

“A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.”

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CA.kaya (Chartered accountant) (3990 Points)
Replied 24 January 2012

It is better to lead from behind and to put others in front, especially when you celebrate victory when nice things occur. You take the front line when there is danger. Then people will appreciate your leadership.

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Sanket (!..Live to Give..!) (16427 Points)
Replied 24 January 2012

Leadership has always been associated with power, traditionally the power to dominate a group. But, today, this power is fast evaporating.

Now, we are more readily moved by the power of ideas, innovations. The awkward fact about good ideas is that no one can monopolize them. This makes leadership more like guerilla warfare, something local, small scale and fluid.

The bottom line is that leadership promotes a new direction for a group and it does not have to be associated with an executive position.

Anyone with a good idea to champion can show leadership upwards and sideways. Being a leader in this sense has nothing to do with managing a team.

A good leader should be confident. Confidence is what makes a leader. Martin Luther King Jr. was confident in his beliefs and he believed that he would inspire others with his words and actions. He was confident that he and the public would bring change. He always displayed a positive attitude towards his cause, he was not naïve.

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Hardik, came with a great thought.. Leadership..., everyone is not capable for that, one need to have broad thinking mind, shd be able to control or convince his team members, shd have power to express his feelings, should not have EGO.., (it ruins the whole team), not only giving commands, he should take care of his teammates.... and logical thinking to deal with issues...

A great leader is one who acts along with his members..

Thankyou hardik, it was indeed a great topic to discuss, and thanks to all for adding more value for this post..

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BALASUBRAMANYA B N (CCI STUDENT....) (44679 Points)
Replied 24 January 2012

Very nice post bro, keep sharing...

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Vandana Mulchandani (Finance Manager ) (9227 Points)
Replied 24 January 2012

Thank you Hardik for such an important post.....Keep sharing

Be a leader when you see a path others have missed.

Be a follower when you are shrouded by the mists of uncertainty.

Be first to congratulate an opponent who succeeds.

Be last to criticize a colleague who fails.

Be sure where your next step will fall, so that you will not tumble.

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ROHIT CHATURVEDI (CA Final Student ) (2298 Points)
Replied 24 January 2012

Originally posted by : CMA. Sanjay Gupta
	Nice Post on a Very Important topic which is relevant in all aspects of human life. “A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.”

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Charu Srivastava (Company Secretary) (4210 Points)
Replied 25 January 2012

Originally posted by : Ankur Garg
	Good leaders are tolerant of ambiguity and remain calm, composed and steadfast to the main purpose. Storms, emotions, and crises come and go and a good leader takes these as part of the journey and keeps a cool head.

Thanks for the post.

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