The Outstanding Leader has different characteristics, this is description of different skills from successfull leaders that I have found through my career

1. The Outstanding Leader

2. E. Describe the most outstanding leader you have
worked with. Indicate some aspects of the way you
work that are similar to the way this leader works and
others that are different.
I have met great leaders throughout my professional
career, and because of this, I need to say that the most
outstanding leader that I have worked with is a mix of the
different attributes of great supervisors, co-workers, and
even individuals that I have supervised in the past.

3. The Outstanding Leader
Inspiring
Ethic
Relentless
Well Connected
Charismatic
Flexible
Assertive
Challenging

4. Networking
I learned from this leader the importance of a strong and well organized
network of individuals inside and outside the organization.
Similarities
- Getting to know people as they really are and not just their work performance.
- Connecting with members of different organizations and areas that probably can help you in
the future even they are not helpful today.
- Engaging the appropriate people to succeed in a project.
Differences*
- Depending on organizational hierarchy to escalate issues and resolve quickly.
- Challenging the employees and forcing succeed
Well Connected
* Characteristics that the leader has and I don’t.

5. Dealing with external realities
I learned from this leader the importance of keeping the mind open and
understanding that projects are much more complex than what they
seem.
Similarities
- Process oriented.
- Adapting when external situations affect the plans.
Differences*
- Careful and pro-documenting style.
- Anticipating market trends and creating Plan B’s.
* Characteristics that the leader has and I don’t.
Flexible

6. Pragmatic
I learned from this leader the importance of not loosing sight of the main
goals and resolving the issues with out entering in major and
complicated situations.
Similarities
- Intelligent
- Analytical
- Respectful
Differences*
- Demanding
- Vast experience in the market
- Courageous in taking difficult decisions
* Characteristics that the leader has and I don’t.
Assertive

7. Its all about leadership
I learned from this leader the importance being a good leader, and also
working and developing strong leaders.
Similarities
- Intelligent
- Teaching and developing oriented
Differences*
- Demanding
- Courageous in taking difficult decisions
* Characteristics that the leader has and I don’t.
Challenging

8. People follow People, not organizations
I learned from this leader that you have to be an example to the people
you are leading, and that they rely on you and trust you if you provide a
clear perspective of the north of the organization
Similarities
- Communicative
- Passionate
Differences*
- Very sensitive to people feelings
- Difficulties managing high levels of pressure
* Characteristics that the leader has and I don’t.
Inspiring

9. Never betray your principles
I learned from this leader that doesn’t matter the situation you are
facing, you should always be consistent with your principles and raise
your hand if you don’t feel confortable with anything that the
organization you are collaborating with is doing.
Similarities
- Ethic
- Optimistic
Differences*
- Difficult to adapt
- High focus on complying with policies and processes (no exceptions)
* Characteristics that the leader has and I don’t.
Ethic

10. Dont forget the objective
I learned from this leader that there is always a method to achieve your
objectives, that it doesn't matter if a door closes, you should think
outside the box and will find additional options to succeed.
Similarities
- Persistent
- Eager to find new challenges
Differences*
- Vast experience in the marketplace
- Low focus on people development
* Characteristics that the leader has and I don’t.
Relentless

11. Its just work…
I learned from this leader that there are much terrible things that can
happen to anybody more than missing a deadline, that you shouldn’t
worry to the extreme when having issues at work, and that the most
important part of your life is your family and your health.
Similarities
- Optimistic
- Teaching and developing oriented
Differences*
- Vast experience in the marketplace
- Charismatic with every person he works with
* Characteristics that the leader has and I don’t.
Charismatic