Great leaders lead by influence and likeable leaders influence others better. Their character, competencies, and relational skills or lack thereof, can determine their leadership effectiveness. And as a pastor, perhaps my relational skills influence my leadership impact the most.
Integral to relational skills is the vibe others feel from us. If someone feels like you like him or her, they’re more likely to respond positively to your leadership. If they don’t, and enough people feel the same way, your leadership will suffer.
Consider these simple ways to become a likable leader …
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