THE HEART OF A LEADER

All leaders make mistakes. They are a part of life. Successful leaders recognize their errors, learn from them, and then work to correct their faults. A study of 105 executives determined many of the characteristics of successful executives, but one particular trait they shared was identified as the most valuable. It was that they admitted their mistakes and accepted the consequences, rather than trying to blame others.

Most people don’t want to reap the consequences of their actions. You can see this type of attitude everywhere. A leader who is willing to take responsibility for their actions and be honest or “transparent” with their people is someone they will admire, respect, and trust. That leader is also someone they can learn from.

How do you react to the mistakes you have made?