Following is just as important as leading.
It is critical to understand the qualities a good follower should possess.
Leaders can become followers.
No matter how big or small your company is, it’s likely that there are more followers than leaders. Many individuals strive for leadership positions, so being content to be a follower is often treated like a bad thing. However, the opposite is actually true
How to Be a Great Leader: The 3 Keys to Managing Yourself
When we talk about leadership development, we often focus on the skills and qualities that have to do with leading others. But this ignores a major aspect of being a great leader: Being able to lead yourself. In fact, out of the 28 leadership competencies that are essential to leadership success, seven are related to being a self-leader. Most leaders, however, ignore these skills, making them less balanced and effective.
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