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How can you identify a natural leader? What qualities should this person have?

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Date Posted: 2014/01/06
Fazal Ebrahim Dawood
by Fazal Ebrahim Dawood , Chief Executive Officer , Stardist Ltd

A natural leader is AUTHENTIC , CREATIVE , ETHICAL, CHARISMATIC  with a profound sense of purpose and vision. 

mohamed sabeen
by mohamed sabeen , QHSE Manager , Novus catering service

The best leaders are those who can lead and direct without misuse of their power. They must be able to inspire others in a direction or greater good. They must be strong enough to stand firm in decision making and leading others without an egotistical attitude. A great team leader will encourage others to brain storm and contribute to the whole. They also lead by example and intelligently. They are also good listeners.

Mohammad Tohamy Hussein Hussein
by Mohammad Tohamy Hussein Hussein , Chief Executive Officer & ERP Architect , Egyptian Software Group

- Participative

- Visionary

- Effective communicator

- Humble

- Charismatic

- Team player

Rajiv Yajnik
by Rajiv Yajnik , Vice Pesident Fmcg & Sugar , EID Parry India Ltd

Hi.mam,

The three distinct qualities that define a natural leader are:

1.How much do people look forward to that person for  direction.

2. How deeply do people value that person's thinking.

3.How supported by that person , others feel.

The other traits ar given below:

A natural leader is inspired and inspiring, and often inspiring others to, themselves, be inspiring.

A natural leader is the heart, rather than the head, of an organization, radiating both passion and love.

A natural leader encourages rather than directs.

A natural leader enables rather than the controls.

A natural leader holds a deep and dynamic vision, rather than authority.

A natural leader empowers rather than rewards.

A natural leader is not a natural follower.

A natural leader is confident, but not egotistical.

A natural leader doesn’t dwell on problems, but rather is driven towards positive outcomes. 

A natural leader is independent and yet inclusive.

A natural leader is a dreamer and a doer.

Rgds

Rajiv

NASIR Mehmood
by NASIR Mehmood , Manager , Honeywell Aerospace

In my view a good leader possesses the following characteristics:

Proactive

Flexible who is able to adapt

Respectable with excellent communication skills

Open-minded

Resourceful

Approachable

Knows how to delegate

 

360 feedback for front line management and tools such as DISC are great for assessement and FLM development.

 

 

Amir Mahmoud  - CPIM
by Amir Mahmoud - CPIM , Planning Lead , Americana Group

The following characteristics will help you estimate the leadership ability of others and become a better leader yourself.

 

Inspire not Command.

 

Have Confidence and Belief.

 

Be willing to admit Mistakes.

 

Delegate Where Appropriate.

 

Learn From Others.

 

Sacrifice.

 

Emphasise good qualities in others.

 

Detached from Criticism.

 

Humility.

Be prepared to Follow.

Huda Baloum
by Huda Baloum , Administration Supervisor , Jordan Golden Jewel Co.

- Have enough self confidence.

- Honest.

- Capable of convincing others without any trouble.

- Perfect personality.

- Never escape from their mistakes or responsibilities.

- Model to others.

- Hard workers.

- Team players.

- Respected.

Ananthakrishnan Subramanian
by Ananthakrishnan Subramanian , IT PROJECT / DELIVERY MANAGER , CGI

I believe, Natural leader is one who so well influences and mentors his team, that the team can function as a well oiled machine even when he is not around. 

The leader does not create a dependency or fan following, but rather helps create am excellent environment thereby producing potential leaders for tomorrow..

His decision making skills, brave nature, open mindedness, approachable nature.. are all looked upon with great respect.. 

 

thanks

Ananthakriahnan

Anees Qureshi
by Anees Qureshi , Head of Quality | R&D | Regulatory Affairs , NSDL (Nishat Sutas Dairy Limited) / Pakistan Dairy Association

A person having correct methodology to evlaute as an unbiased judge and able to find out ways during awkward situations. 

anayat bukhari
by anayat bukhari , Researcher, English Content Writer, Publisher , Noor Foundation

Natural leaders can be identified by their conduct. They are always friendly and humble to their coleagues. They prefer to proceed through discussion while making a decision and never try to impose an order.

Jon Dervishi
by Jon Dervishi , Key Account Manager , UAG Middle East

The main qualities are listed horizontally just right above your question :)

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