ARE LEADERS BORN OR MADE? |
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- Опубліковано 26 сер 2024
- Many people often wonder if leaders are born or made.
The truth is, that leadership is a skill that can be developed. Just like any other skill, it takes time and effort to improve. While some individuals may naturally possess certain leadership qualities, there are various attributes that contribute to being a great leader.
Therefore, it can be said that leaders are made through intentional actions taken to enhance their leadership abilities.
So, take a moment to reflect on the kind of leader you aspire to be and consider the steps you need to take to grow and become a better leader.
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All true.
So let's make a few changes:
1. The benefits of good leadership should become a common knowledge i.e. let's agree on those first.
2. Instead of asking if leaders are made or born (btw, both answers are fine, understand the difference between courage and bravery), a better question would be: Mature leaders, are they born or made? (the video answers that question).
3. Discussing leaders/leadership without addressing the followers is meaningless, unless they all got lost in the woods together. The concept of situational leadership (and/or many others), the system thinking and the Iceberg theory model would come handy here.
4. The miscommunication/confusion in the original question is due to an expectation of "mastery", However, "mastery" is only achieved when all necessary conditions have reached their maturity. The Process of Ongoing Improvements (POOGI) from the Theory of Constraints will take us there.
5. KANO model reminds us that the world continues to evolve and that leadership is not a one off effort. IOW, is our leadership still relevant?
Absolutely agree! Your suggested changes bring a fresh perspective to the discussion on leadership. Point 1 emphasizes the need for widespread awareness of the benefits of good leadership, which is crucial. Point 2 raises a more nuanced question about the origin and development of mature leaders, adding depth to the nature vs. nurture debate. Point 3 wisely highlights the importance of considering followers and introduces relevant concepts like situational leadership, systems thinking, and the Iceberg theory model. Point 4 addresses the root of miscommunication by emphasizing the journey toward 'mastery' and introduces the Process of Ongoing Improvements from the Theory of Constraints. Lastly, Point 5 cleverly connects leadership to the dynamic nature of the world using the KANO model, prompting us to reassess the relevance of our leadership strategies over time. Well-thought-out suggestions that enrich the conversation! - Gerald
Thanks for the comment. Greatly appreciated.
The source and purpose of this video is as follows.
I get asked this question often, typically by younger emerging leaders. Many of these struggle with the initial transition to leadership. When they find that transition difficult, they start to question themselves. They will see great leaders (who have many more years of experience) and start wondering, "Were they just naturally talented as a leader?" some will even say to themselves, I am just not cut out to be a leader. Your comment on "mastery" is spot on. They often compare their beginning to someone who has practiced leadership for years. Most experienced leaders had their shaky start too, which needs to be visible to the young leader coming through.
The purpose of this video was to demonstrate that, whilst some people have natural attributes that help them in the transition to leadership, leadership is a skill that can be taught and trained. It also encouraged them to have a growth mindset rather than a fixed mindset. If they put in the work, they can become great leaders, too.
All of the points you raised are valid, but the specific purpose of this video was to answer this question and encourage a growth mindset around leadership.
Regarding your final point (which is fantastic), the answer is that leadership is more relevant now than ever before. You can see this in the very high levels of disengagement in the workforce. However, the model of leadership we need may differ from the one that has been used for the past 40 - 50 years. As you rightly point out, the world has changed and continues to change.
Thanks again for the comment and dialogue. Truly appreciated.
Cheers, Mick
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Tell us your views.
We would love to know more. We are always open to new ideas. Where do you feel our analysis is wrong?
Thank you for sharing your perspective. I appreciate different viewpoints. Let's discuss and understand each other's thoughts better. - Gerald
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