5 Traits of the Most Magnetic Leaders
1. They ask caring questions
They ask questions that go far beyond superficial interest. They draw me out with pointed questions that show they genuinely care about me and it never sounds scripted.
2. They listen to me
They allow me to fully vent or explain without making me feel on I’m on “the clock” with them. They demonstrate their authenticity by giving me their time (Their most valuable asset), without complaint.
3. They give… knowing it can’t be returned
They are genuine and sincere givers. They share ideas that cost them years, dollars and blood. But, they pay it forward with joy believing I’m a good place to reinvest costly wisdom and insight.
4. They push others forward
They don’t say “This is what I do.” They generally give the credit to the person who taught them, they don’t communicate in a way that points to their on success. However, they take all the responsibility of the failures that produced the high earned wisdom.
5. They NEVER speak poorly of others
They have tremendous loyalty to the Kingdom and to the wounded and wrong warriors among us. I know my failings will always be addressed but never spoken of in a manner that someone would ever question my character.
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I don’t understand the headline — why are there 5 listed? Great tips though.
Ha! One of the editing snafus! Thanks for the call out.
Perhaps the editing snafu points to a 6th trait – they always give more than promised 🙂
I am leading a new church plant. God laid this church plant on my heart, in early 2014. It has NOT been an easy road. I DO believe God is in this church plant. By nature, I am an introvert. God’s Word says, however, He did NOT give a spirit of timidity to me. God gave, to me, a spirit of love, power, and a sound mind. We live in a small, Alabama town. Churches abound, but God laid this church plant on my heart. This is not something I am doing, because I thought it was a good idea or a time-filler. This was/IS a GOD-idea!!!