In my opinion, it is certainly a privilege as it allows the leader to have an impact while inspiring others. There are no limits on the passion that someone may have towards a “project†and a vision; however the real challenge becomes on how to do it.
Agreed & I also think that if we view leadership as a privielge that must be earned, then we do a better job of thinking about how to continue earning the position.
Ryan
I certainly agree with your statement. Many believe that simply because they are in a leadership position that that somehow entitles them to being respected. Respect is earned. Being a leader is a challenge as one cannot please everyone alk the time.
Leadership is by far certainly a privelege that should be treated as such. Humility will take you further as those you lead will feel like you understand them better.
There is no leadership without followers. Followers put their trust in leaders. The ability to lead is also the ability to mislead. The great leaders I've known have been so with humility, sensitivity, and integrity - truly a privilege.
I think that leadership is not only a privilege, it is also comes with responsibility.
I have known a few leaders who were excellent at getting people to follow them, unfortunately, they weren't as good at choosing a good direction, and sometimes led their followers off the proverbial cliff. As a leader one has a responsibility to lead in a positive and productive direction.
I believe it is a privilege because by leading you impact and possibly change lives. The people you lead believe in you and your vision.
I agree and disagree. I agree that Leadership is a privilege in that you set the example for your followers. However, I disagree, in that being a Leader is not a position. I believe that one must possess leadership qualities before you can lead and ultimately be in a leadership position.
So, again, I agee and disagree.
I have to say that I believe Leadership is a privilege because all people to not have the ability to be a leader and those of us who do are very privileged.
I agree. The privilege is earned by way of exsperience and results. However, there are people who can achieve results but not be leadership candidates. Proactive organizations recognize leaders and motivators and promote them accordingly.
Andrea,
Interesting perspective. Leaders might not always have the level of technical knowledge necessary to pass on to their teams. I agree the willingness to get involved and "get dirty" can often be an effective leadership trait, but knowing when to say "I don't know" is also powerful.
Great response. Self awareness is key to understanding how your behavior impacts others, and humility can be incredibly inspiring to the people you lead.
Leadship is a privelege and most definitely can be learned if you have the key traits needed to begin the learning process.
Leaders have the knowledge needed to pass it on to their team successfully. Leaders get their hands "dirty" because they not only want to lead by example but because that's what they enjoy doing.
Leadership is a privilege and a huge responsibility. You can choose to be a good leader or a bad leader. It takes that self awareness to see how your own behavior affects others, and how you can improve by knowing your strenghts and weaknesses.When you keep the attitude that it is a privililedge to lead it keeps you humble, knowing that your decisions and direction affect people's lives.
Great point that leadership is "earned through action"...in my experience, many leaders are NOT in leadership positions -- they lead by actions, not position.
The way I see it... Leadership can be classified as a privilege through the position of being a leader. In other words, anyone can hold the position of leader, but to truly be classified as a leader by your peers is a privilege that's earned through actions.
I've lead various groups of people and been lead by many different "team leaders". I'm nothing short of honored when someone refers to me as a leader, and I've had many leaders that I wouldn't label as anything but a "person with higher ranking".
Now that's what I'm talking about. A true leader will always be remembered by what they did for others.
Miguel -
Yes, I agree with what you have written. It is very important that leaders understand how big a responsibility it is to have the power to change people's lives - for better or worse!
Lou Russell
It is a privilege position because although every body can get the EI and get enough leadership tool for motivate people, is necessary get some position in the Company or Job to develop the leadership.
Also is a privilege because you have the opportunity to help and management other people in order to get some goals. The privilege that come with the responsibility are inherent to the position that the leader or chief has.
Miguel
Fernando,
Well put. Leadership is always unique to the people being led, the time, the culture, etc. and shows up many different ways. It's amazing what leaders can do. The privilege comes with responsibility, of course. Leadership is a serious meddling in peoples' lives... which we have to treat ethically and morally.
Lou Russell
Leadership is a privilege. I cannot agree with this statement more. When I think about the great leaders in history we don’t remember their positions but rather their accomplishments and changes in people, regions and even the entire world.
