7 Traits of a Good Leader

 Leaders relentlessly upgrade their team, using every encounter as an opportunity to evaluate, instruct and build self-confidence into those who have earned it. Use ample praise, the more specific the better.

 Leaders make sure teammates not only see the vision, but they live and breathe it.

 Leaders get into everyone’s psyche, exuding positive energy and optimism. Unhappy teams have a tough time winning.

 Leaders establish trust with candor, transparency, and most importantly, credit for a job well done.

 Leaders have the courage to make unpopular decisions and gut calls.

 Leaders inspire risk taking and learning by setting the example.

 Leaders celebrate the accomplishments of others. Celebrating makes people feel like winners.