But great leaders also know there’s one thing that is required to lead well. What is that one thing? Keep reading to find out.
Great Leaders Do This
We already know that great leaders do many things. All of them are part of great leadership but there’s one thing that help mediocre leaders move to the level of greatness.
This action is something most of us have done all of our lives. Yet we hate it. We struggle with taking this action.
Sometimes we feel uncomfortable because doing this makes us feel like less of a leader. Other times we don’t think we can do this because we haven’t been able to find the right one.
So, what is it that great leaders do?
Great leaders know they must be followers if they’re going to lead well.
That’s right. You read that last line correctly.
Great leaders are great followers.
They find leaders who are one, two, three, or more steps ahead of them. Then they study and learn from the masters.
We already know that great leaders do many things. All of them are part of great leadership but there’s one thing that help mediocre leaders move to the level of greatness.
This action is something most of us have done all of our lives. Yet we hate it. We struggle with taking this action.
Sometimes we feel uncomfortable because doing this makes us feel like less of a leader. Other times we don’t think we can do this because we haven’t been able to find the right one.
So, what is it that great leaders do?
Great leaders know they must be followers if they’re going to lead well.
That’s right. You read that last line correctly.
Great leaders are great followers.
They find leaders who are one, two, three, or more steps ahead of them. Then they study and learn from the masters.
Why Great Leaders Must Be Great Followers
Something magical happens when we begin to follow great leaders who are ahead of us. Their wisdom and knowledge begins to be passed down to us. We’re able to learn from those who are better than us (and yes, there are tons of people who are better than you).
Not only will you gain knowledge and insight from following these leaders, you’ll also remember what it’s like to be a follower. This will remind you to treat those you’re leading well. You’re in the same position and another leader could treat you poorly. And I know you don’t want that to happen.
Who I’m Following
I’ve made a habit of studying great leaders and what they’ve done right. I’ve become a follower of these men and women. To honor these people, I wanted to give a shout out so they know I appreciate their hard work and leadership.
I’ve made a habit of studying great leaders and what they’ve done right. I’ve become a follower of these men and women. To honor these people, I wanted to give a shout out so they know I appreciate their hard work and leadership.
Who are you following and why? Take a minute to honor these leaders by sharing who they are and what they’ve done in your life.
