The Willingness to Lead

Successful leaders must be willing to lead.  That may seem like a statement of the obvious.  Many people aspire to be leaders, others consider themselves leaders, but are they truly willing to lead? 

 

To become an intentional, respected, servant leader one must be willing to lead.  I use the word willing because it implies a desire to change, to do what it takes.  One does not simply become a true leader because of their age, status or title.  Leadership requires work and is developed over time.  It requires a willingness to change and adapt.  Successful leaders understand themselves as well as their followers, and they adjust accordingly.  They are intentional about reading people and analyzing situations to determine the best course of action. That approach is about the greater good of the project or organization, not the individual good of the leader.  Great leaders are willing to acclimate to personalities, circumstances and challenges.   

 Are you willing to lead?