Accept it or not, we are all leaders in some ways.
Someone is always watching us the way think, talk and do things. Many people
are afraid to lead because they think they will make mistakes and they don’t
want to be responsible for other people’s lives. This may look reasonable at
first but when we are passive in our leadership we end up harming more people
in the long run.
Today we want to discuss three keys to every successful
leadership.
Lead by example. Think
about the people who have influenced your life the most. Did they force you or
were their ideas and actions worth following? It is said, “More is caught than
taught.” This is certainly true about leadership. When we lead from the
front, we create a domino effect. Whether we’re leading our family, company or
church, leading by example is one of the best ways to inspire people. People do
more of what you do and less of what you say.
Lead by inspiring others. President Dwight D. Eisenhower said, “Leadership is the art of getting someone
else to do something you want done—because he wants to do it.” This is so
true about leadership. Most people are reluctant to follow orders. A rigid
regime is least attractive in gathering followers. When we take the time to
inspire others, we can achieve great results.
Lead by serving others. This is what our Lord did best. He
washed the disciples’ feet. He always put others first. He took our weaknesses
and gave us His strength. He became poor so that we can become rich. He was bruised
so that we may be healed. When we put the welfare of others ahead of us, God
will bless us. When we serve others, God will put people in our path to serve
us.
Let me close with a few warning about leadership. Any time
you’re forced to follow a leader, run the other direction. Never succumb to guilt and
manipulations. A good leader doesn’t have to have a bag of tricks to gather
followers. Lead by example. Lead by inspiration. Lead by serving others. When
we do these things well, others would want to follow you - willingly.
“For God called you to do good, even if
it means suffering, just as Christ suffered for you. He is your example, and
you must follow in his steps” (1 Peter 2:21 NLT).
Starting today, put on
your leadership mantle. It looks good on you!
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