So, what qualities distinguishes a great leader? How is leadership evaluated? Why bother learning what leadership entails? Here are my thoughts.

Leadership is influence:

• Leadership, in my opinion, is not synonymous with being a celebrity. Leading is simply influencing, and by this standard, all pompous ideas and ideologies fade.
• All good leaders welcome criticism and teaching. Unteachable leaders breed narcissistic behavior with a caring front. History has taught us that such leaders do not last.

Leadership is purpose:

• The number one factor that makes simple people great leaders is that they know what they want to accomplish. They have a specific goal in life. It is for this reason that they influence those around them to achieve higher highs than others. Purpose drives people to conquer difficult times and challenges.

Legacy and Leadership:

• The legacy one leaves behind is how one is judged as a leader. We can all recall at least one mentor who had a significant impact on our lives. Legacy is remembered in the hearts of those who have been surrounded by greatness, inspiring others to follow in their footsteps.