As a leader, one must be proactive in anticipating and addressing problems, listen well to suggestions and complaints to make the best decisions, and stay focused on goals. Leaders should also imagine possibilities beyond the present and rules, and commit to continual learning and development to benefit all.

1. LEADERSHIP
WHAT IT TAKES
P E P P E R R U T L A N D

2. BE
PROACTIVE
As someone in charge of
inspiring others, you can’t
wait for things to happen.
You should readily anticipate
problems that may come as
a result and be fully
prepared with solutions to
address them.
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3. LISTEN
WELL
Great leadership is as much
about listening as it is
sharing. You should hear out
all suggestions and
complaints, and, based on
your own wisdom and
experience, be able to make
a decision that is best for all.
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4. STAY
FOCUSED
Always remain focused on
the task at hand as well as
the end goal. Others may,
but you cannot afford to get
sidetracked when it comes to
the project and goals for the
business.
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5. IMAGINE
MORE
As a leader, you have the
opportunity to do more than
play by the rules. Great
leaders imagine something
different altogether. Have
the foresight to see what can
be, not where you are.
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6. KEEP
LEARNING
Be committed to learning
and constant professional
development, both within
and outside of your area of
business. As you do, apply
your knowledge, and
everyone benefits as a result.
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7. THANK YOU!
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