Here is a new 5 for the 1st of March. This week we have posts about leadership character, leadership lemonade, leadership social skills, leadership roles and Christian leadership. There are some powerful and thought provoking posts this week-so take some time to look at more than one.
The Reflex of Character “The foundation of effective leadership is character. Nothing else has more impact. Nothing else has greater reach. And nothing else can make up for its lack—not education, experience, talent, or contacts.” Michael Hyatt reflects on the Chardon High shooting incident that happened two years ago–and makes a great point on the being and doing of a leader. If you missed the 60 Minutes piece, then this is a must see video too.
Ranking the 9 toughest Leadership Roles “While spending a quarter-century dabbling across the worlds of education, business, media, politics, religion and nonprofits, it gradually became clear to me that leaders who flourish in one realm may fizzle or even fail spectacularly in another one. So which roles require the greatest skill and impose the greatest burdens? Here’s one educated guess, along with some pros and cons for each gig.” This post is written by Rob Asghar by way of Forbes. See if your leadership role is on the list.
One Social Skill to Be a Great Leader “Feeling a belonging, an acceptance, a validation drives self-esteem, contribution, and motivation. It’s the feeling that what you do and who you are matters. By developing this social skill of leadership, you don’t develop people, but help people develop themselves.” This post by Joshua Uebergang on the Lead Change Group blog lays out the value of unconditional love and acceptance for those you lead.
Life & Leadership Lessons From a Lemonade Stand “More importantly, she had taught everyone that leadership isn’t something you wait to be thrust upon you. It’s something you activate within yourself–seizing the initiative and adding value to your surroundings one selfless act at a time.” You need to read the rest of the story embedded in this post. You will be blessed and your leadership will be enhanced.
Pascal’s Method for Presenting the Christian Faith Men despise religion. They hate it and are afraid it may be true. The cure for this is first to show that religion is not contrary to reason, but worthy of reverence and respect. Next make it attractive, make good men wish it were true, and then show that it is. These are the words of Blaise Pascal. Tim Keller unpacks these thoughtful words for us in a way that will help all followers of Christ be better carries of His message.
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