by Mario Carini

Created on: July 07, 2010   Last Updated: July 11, 2010

Leaders aren't born. They develop traits that make them leaders in their families, at work and in the community. Those who develop the unique traits that make them leaders rise in the business arena through hard work, imagination and determination.

The power developed by a leader is not some magic quality he is born with. It is not something that is unreachable by the ordinary man. Anyone who has the willingness to learn and sacrifice time and effort can learn the same qualities that propel him forward, far above ordinary men.

You might think that to be a leader you simply have to be stronger and more assertive than anyone else. While this method may lead to some success, it never lasts. The leader who resorts to bribery and fear ultimately ends up a permanent failure.

A real leader motivates and inspires by making others feel that they gain a personal advantage by doing what he wants. It has everything to do with developing communication skills. No matter what the purpose is behind the motivation, a real leader builds equity in the people he inspires. A motivated employee increases the company revenues.

How can you develop unique leadership skills?

Use the power of purpose

People are inspired when they know what the goals are and how working toward those goals help to improve the quality of their own lives. Improved status in the company, worthy praise and a better income are good methods the leader uses to inspire his employees. A good leader projects a vision in the employee's mind. Once they catch the vision they will work longer hours and harder to meet the leader's approval.

Make the work worthwhile

Most people drift through life. Few have any goals other than working for a paycheck. People with no goals often fall victim to con artists and smooth talkers that have selfish ambitions. Men like Hitler lead the masses to war and destruction. As the leader, your job is to define the company goals and what your employees need to do to accomplish them. The leader is a team player and expects others to work as a team too.

Develop the skill of praise

Praise works better than threats or bribery. It means knowing what motivates people to act. If they can see how their lives can change for the better, they will move mountains for you. All men and women crave recognition and praise. A real leader knows this and makes every effort to praise every and all improvements. Leaders seldom resort to criticism. They offer friendly advice mixed with real concern and make correcting

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