Learning to Be a Leader in Any Situation

   Being a leader is not about being the most vocal.  It’s mostly about confidence.  Confidence to know how to deal with any situation.  Confidence in your actions and your ability to communicate your vision to others.  Leadership is also a switch that can be turned on or off depending on your setting.  You do not have to be the leader in every situation but when things become difficult, or you are faced with challenges have the courage and confidence to take control, and direct others is what leadership is all about.  The biggest piece of this is yours ability to communicate.  If others whom you hope to lead don’t have confidence in your abilities or knowledge you will not succeed.  Many people feel leadership applies only to work related activities but that’s not true.  In almost any situation someone is taking the lead weather consciously or subconsciously. 

    To inspire others you have to be able to communicate effectively what it is you hope to accomplish, and your plan to get there.  They have to buy into your plan and believe in your actions.  If you’re able to consistently do this you will establish yourself as a leader.  A good way to tell if you have leadership ability is if friends and colleges come to you on a regular basis for advice on important subjects in their lives.  If they do that means they respect, and admire your knowledge and ability to communicate and share that knowledge.   The most important thing is that when things become difficult that you have the ability to step into the driver’s seat, take control, and create action.  This will be a source of admiration, and garner respect from those around you.  Leadership is not about being loud, pushy, vocal, or controlling.  Let your confidence drive your words, and actions; not ego, and you will learn to be a great leader.  In September of 1901 Teddy Roosevelt made history by saying “speak softly and carry a big stick”.  This is a great philosophy to keep in mind when trying to establish yourself as a leader.  It’s better to speak less than to speak often and have your words fall on deaf ears.  You will know you are successful when you notice that when you speak others quiet down to hear what you have to say, and take interest in your perspective.

 

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