With UDAAN, you will embark on the path towards leadership. At ICICI Prudential Life we enhance your leadership skills in a highly competitive and growth lead insurance industry. However, it is in the interest of each individual to understand and imbibe some typical qualities of a leader. These are not too scientific or difficult, but simple qualities which if mastered will constantly evolve you into a leader.
We look at 9 such critical qualities of a leader.
1. They are not discouraged.
They are optimists. They know there will be setbacks, and don't mind hearing about them. They make changes as necessary, and keep moving forward. .
2. They do not blame.
They have no time to delve into who did what and whose fault it is when things go wrong. They can't be bothered with gossip, backbiting and manipulation.
3. They trust.
They are the ones who take a chance to trust someone they do not know too well to help in their projects. In the process they tend to get disappointed, but prefer trusting people than playing safe.
4. They grab chances.
Their mind is firmly focused on where they want to go, so they notice those little chances to move a bit forward. They do not wait for the golden opportunity. They gather nuggets along the way.
5. They are visible.
They do not rule like hermits in an ivory tower. They turn up and talk to people. The more they interact the better they know about what is going on.
6. They learn all the time.
Their ears are constantly attuned to anything and everything. They gain from chats over coffee, coaching, research papers, books, internet and anywhere they find something new.
7.They want others to develop too.
They enjoy any plaudits they get, but they are aware that being a lone star will not get them where they want to. They realize the importance and the need of skilled and effective people around them. So they encourage and empower others to develop to the maximum.
8. They know where they are going.
You can not lead into a vacuum. You always have to be going somewhere. Effective leaders are clear about their vision, and this vision is their spur.
9. They inspire.
They understand that others need a direction as much as they do. They do not ask anyone to follow blindly. They have the charisma to inspire them, so they share the vision.
