I try to be a leader of leaders. I love, welcome, and appreciate followers, but as much as possible I want to lead people who are going to lead.
I’ve been asked the difference in being a leader of leaders and leading followers. It’s one of my favorite questions. The question ultimately points to a paradigm of leading people by which I try to lead.
I know I want to attract and retain leaders on our team. I don’t want a bunch of people waiting for me to make a decision or who fail to take initiative. Ultimately, I want people who will lead me.
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