ldentifying potential leaders

May 08, 2013 | 10:54
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One of the most difficult, yet most fulfilling tasks a leader faces is the task of developing new leaders.

Sometimes it is difficult to find leaders willing to take this step, because it seems like long and difficult work for an uncertain outcome. Leaders may pour themselves into somebody else only to see that person wither and die as a leader.

If the development process is done correctly, it should make the persons’ loyalty to the company even stronger than it was before the development process began.

The first and most important element of developing leadership in your organisation is to find the right people. Not every Tom, Dick, and Harry deserves the opportunity. Finding the right people to teach requires a leader to be constantly looking for certain leadership qualities.

Potential leaders view themselves as leaders or at least as having the capacity to lead. They aren’t arrogant, but they also don’t possess a false sense of humility. When given the opportunity, they will step up to the plate. They are consistent and controlled. Leaders are not procrastinators; they take action and they want to get things done right away.

But there is more to it than just results. Potential leaders are eager for the opportunity to learn and grow. They are committed to self-development. They are good with people and have the heart of a servant. If you want good leaders in your organization, you must look for good people, not those who just play the political game well.

The best indicator of future performance is always going to be past performance. If they pass that first test, you should next look for potential leaders who have a real

genuineness to them and truly care about people. After you have found somebody with these two qualities, you must then decide if they are willing to make the commitment and sacrifices necessary to grow into their potential. No matter how great a person could be, they will never reach any of it without personal commitment.

Source: forbes.com
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