Be a leader of your own life!
Posted on August 26, 2020 by Kharrthikheyan T N, One of Thousands of Leadership Coaches on Noomii.
What it takes to be a leader of your own life? This article talks about the mindsets and behaviours that makes you to live your life as a leader.
You may be in a leadership position in your organization. Does that alone make you a leader? What makes a leader? Leadership is beyond just a position; it is a mindset and it is a way of life.
Here are nine key mindsets and behaviours that make you a leader of your own life:
1. Leaders are self-aware. They understand what drives them in their lives; they know what their needs are; they are aware of their strengths and vulnerabilities. They are also aware of their emotions and ways to deal with them constructively.
2. Leaders take unconditional responsibility. They do not see themselves as a victim of their circumstances. Instead, they see themselves as a contributor to whatever is happening today.
3. Leaders are authentic. They live their passion even if it means taking risks. They stand up for their values even if it means to disagree with their loved ones and colleagues.
4. Leaders are courageous. They make tough choices. They do not shy away from conflict; instead, make it productive for themselves and the people involved.
5. Leaders are humble. They are open about sharing their vulnerabilities and biases. They actively solicit feedback about themselves. They are willing to ask for help.
6. Leaders are genuinely interested in others. They believe that their actions have an impact on the careers and lives of others. Hence they feel responsible to act in the best interest of all stakeholders.
7. Leaders are resilient. There could be adversities, failures but leaders tap their inner resilience, and “bounce forward”.
8. Leaders are agile. They challenge the status quo, look for continuous improvement and adapt their approach to the changes in the environment.
9. Leaders are passionate. They are drawn to larger goals and inspire others to join their journey.
The above qualities make you a leader not only in your career but also of your own life.
Do you want to be a leader of your own life? Let’s start today!
