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Pat's Power Points - Vol 1 Issue 8, May 2008 The next 5 qualities of a True Leader are....... 
Hey, welcome back! I've had the pleasure of spending time with new friends lately, one of whom is Jean Price (shown in picture with me). While sharing a birthday brunch at her home near Port Stanley, we were discussing up-coming events that may be of interest to people. See below for details on a workshop that Jean is hosting in June in London and Toronto. This week, we are continuing with the theme of Leadership. In this series, I want to describe the important qualities that a person needs to possess in order to be a true passionate leader. There are 14 in total. Last time, I listed the first 5 qualities; here are the next five: 6. Be a Builder of Outstanding Teams. In any team sport, it’s not always the case where the team with the best players win. Exceptionally talented players are important, but it’s not as important as how
those players work as a collective whole, as a single and powerful unified force. Therefore, it stands to reason that most of your time as a leader needs to be committed towards selecting, evaluating, coaching and strategically placing your players. As a leader, you must be a great team-builder because if people don’t work together on a common goal, then that mission will ultimately fail. Realize that the people that you have on your team won’t simply come together on their own. They need someone who can organize them into an efficient team. A great leader knows the importance of having a team comprised of the right mix of individuals with different and varying strengths and weaknesses and the strategic placement of these individuals on the playing field that will fully utilize their strengths, while minimizing any weaknesses. 7. Be a role model. Over 80% of what people learn is from what they observe from other people. As a leader, people will be focusing on your life, both professionally and personally, as an example of how to act themselves. If you want to see your team with exceptional personal qualities that you admire, then make sure that you yourself are demonstrating those same qualities. Your followers will mirror back the qualtities that you display towards them. A true leader is committed towards serving their team and does what’s necessary to push the team closer to that ultimate vision. Along the same note, a leader must never complain in front of their team because that shows a lack of direction. 8. Be a Learner. Leaders are learners. Our wisdom for making the right decisions is shaped and molded by our experiences in life. Leaders not only immerse themselves into experiencing as much as they can throughout life, but they also learn from the wisdom of other people as a way to leverage the time that they have. Strive to maximize your own personal development by taking courses, reading books, listening to audio programs and immersing yourself into something new that will cause personal growth to happen. 9. Be a Great Communicator. Great leaders know how to communicate to their team effectively. They know how to deliver their message in a way that will create a lasting impact on the people who are listening to them. A great leader will also listen to the people that follow them. Through communication, leaders can convey specific goals and instructions to their followers. Leaders are listeners. Remember that consequences, both positive and negative, require actions and actions require decisions and decisions require an effective exchange of communication. 10. Be Competent. A major component of trust is competence. To be a great leader, you have to maintain a level of proficiency at what you do. A great leader is not only competent at the technical portion of things, but they are also competent at interacting with others. Strive to develop both to become a great leader. Information source: Synergy Institute. Copyright © 2007 Tristan Loo. All rights reserved.) Next week: The next 5 qualities of a true leader. (For our new readers, I welcome you. I invite you to visit my website (www.patmussieux.com) for previous issues of this newsletter.) 
Pat has been busy, over the last year, writing 2 new books. Both are available through her website: www.patmussieux.com "Who Am I Now? Simple Steps to Inventing your Future After Divorce, Retirement, Death of a Spouse, Empty Nest, etc." This book is Pat's story about transition and life changes. Included are some powerful tips and techniques for managing some major life 'hits' and moving on to a new life. Pat offers coaching sessions based on the content of this book; as well, customized workshops can be delivered 'in house' for any company wanting to position their employees to embrace change! It's a 'must read'! Order your copy now by going to www.patmussieux.com "Leadership Gurus Speak Out!" - 'Charting your Course!" This book is a collaborative effort with 12 other authors. Each chapter offers wisdom, insight and concrete information on how to become a better leader. Pat's chapter focuses on mentoring and inspiring young leaders to new heights. Order your copy now by going to www.patmussieux.com 1. As I mentioned above, Jean is hosting "The Journey to Fulfillment" workshops in both London and Toronto in June. To contact Jean for more information, please visit the website at www.angelaannjourneytofulfillment.com. 2. Each August, I attend an amazing Leadership Summit that is hosted by Willow Creek Church in Chicago. It is called "The Leadership Summit" and is scheduled for August 7 and 8, 2008. You can get information at www.willowcreek.com/events. If you live in southwestern Ontario, details will be available in the near future from my church, Forest City Community Church (www.fccc.ca). I highly recommend this Summit!
Pat is a motivational speaker, coach, and HR consultant. If you are planning a conference, staff in-service or require coaching services for your managers, Pat is the person to contact! (pat@patmussieux.com) Here is what one client had to say:
Kate Ashton, Global Sales Organization, Sales Strategy & Operations "I shudder to think what life would have been like over the last 10 years without Pat Mussieux in it. Although we met through professional organizations in Edmonton and the Westin Edmonton Hotel where her services were enlisted to inspire and coach the leadership team to its most successful year ever, it is her personal touch that has kept us connected. Pat’s philosophy of life and how to take charge and be the person you know is within is contagious. She is kind and gentle and yet ensures that you take control and take action if you truly want to make change in your life. Her greatest gift is the example she has made of herself and the courageous decisions she has made in her life. And what a wonderful gift I am so happy to receive! I like to work with the best, and Pat Mussieux is the best Performance Coach and Life Strategist." 1. Last week, I encouraged you to use the Balance Wheel as a tool to assess your own qualities as a leader. This week, add the 5 qualities listed above, and rate yourself accordingly. 2. As you review the qualities listed above, identify one area where you would like to grow and develop. Set a goal to be better and do better in that one area this week. Don't know where/how to start? Here's a hint: when you are in a meeting with one of your team members, give that person your full attention. Have someone take phone messages for you; turn off the blackberry; close the office door. Give that particular team member your full and utmost attention! Look into their eyes, listen to what they have to say, be there in the moment with them......fully! Watch the difference that makes! |
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