Leadership is a key factor in business, but there are many
different types of leader and ways of leading people. We all need leadership at
various times in our lives, and we will turn to different people for guidance
in different areas. Sometimes we need to be motivated to get up and go and make
important changes in behaviour, and other times we might need a role model for
some more personal reflection.
Some leaders are very charismatic and inspirational, and
draw people to them like a magnet. People feel stronger when spending time with
them and more motivated to make changes in their lives. These types of leaders
usually have strong visions, they know exactly where they want to go, and they
have no time for naysayers – they’re too busy getting on with it! They can be
radical, and will usually have enemies as well, as some people prefer things to
always stay the same and fear change, so these people will find them
unsettling, and will react negatively.
These types of leaders tend to be politicians and
high-profile entrepreneurs.
But there are also modest leaders. Those who shy away from
the limelight and keep a low profile. There are plenty of powerful people who
have created huge, influential organisations, but of whom you will have heard.
These people prefer a slow and steady approach, and they tend to be committed
to the success of an organisation of movement, rather than personal
achievement.
These people tend to be spiritual leaders, authors and
teachers.
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