Are you a leader or a follower?
“I like to think of myself as both a good leader and follower. I approach each situation differently, and I respond to what it needs from me. I enjoy leading projects that relate to my strengths, but I’m also happy to follow the lead of others who may be a better fit.
Both positions are equally important, require responsibility, and interact with each other: the leader must help his followers grow, whereas the followers must contribute to the success of their leader.
“Leadership is about collaboration and inspiring others to do their best work. I aim to be direct and collaborate with my team members by delegating tasks, leading by example, and making sure they know I care.”
Followers focus on what they can achieve individually. Leaders are team players, because they know that greatness is a collective feat. A leader is only as good as what he or she can achieve through other people. “A leader is only as good as what he or she can achieve through other people.”
Exemplary followers rank high in both active engagement and independent critical thinking. Exemplary followers think for themselves and are therefore willing to challenge leaders by providing alternative solutions if they disagree with the leader
“I consider myself to be a natural leader. I enjoy helping others learn new things, and, as a manager, it’s very satisfying to me to help my team develop their skills. However, I also strive to listen to the concerns and opinions of my team. I make it a priority to ensure they know how much I value their opinion.
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