Discussion: Leadership Characteristics 1/5

1/8/2016

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1) What are some characteristics of effective leaders?

38 Comments

Rachel

4/18/2018 11:01:44 am

An effective leader recognizes and utilizes their employees strengths and gifts. They listen and treat people with respect while maintaining a level of competency and setting the expectations for the work environment.

Susan Owen

4/23/2018 03:08:09 pm

Effective leaders are good listeners, stay positive and strive to inspire those around them. They set clear boundaries and expectations and are strength based when working with staff. They model respect and professionalism within the work place.

Lacie

4/29/2018 12:33:38 pm

A good leader is, Supportive, Communicative, treats everyone with the same guidelines, empathetic, and gives kind constructive criticism.

Shannon Roche

5/3/2018 10:25:59 pm

A leader inspires, listens, supports, offers perspective and explanation to help their staff feel involved or understanding of why choices are made.

Tara

5/5/2018 09:53:27 am

Someone who inspires, protects and is fair.

Jessalyn S

5/19/2018 08:50:32 pm

An effective leader is someone who pushes those to do their best and provide support in doing so. An effective leader is also someone who recognizes those for their efforts while also enforcing rules and guidelines to ensure smooth operations and consistency.

Ana R

6/9/2018 06:57:31 pm

A leader is person who rules, guides, or inspires others. also nice and friendly and open for to speak and understand the problems

Jocelyn Hilo-Boddy

6/26/2018 11:10:00 pm

A good leader is personable, easy to talk to or approachable, and consistent at her/his actions.

Rosie Wood

7/13/2018 07:10:29 am

sensitive but firm, supportive and ethical, professional and leads by example.

brittany

7/29/2018 05:53:04 pm

caring, understanding, assertive, easy to talkl to

Jayme

8/9/2018 09:50:25 am

Effective leaders should not only guide and lead, but also listen, be compassionate, set positive examples,and offer opportunities for growth

Richelle Jensen

8/10/2018 03:01:50 am

team player, open minded, good communication skills

Linda

8/24/2018 03:35:31 pm

Some characteristics of a leader are: confidence, the ability to handle pressure well, understanding, optimism, and a team player.

Kayley

8/29/2018 07:45:16 pm

A good leader leads by example at how someone should act in the workplace. Someone who inspires others to do the best job they can while at work. A person who can effective communicate with staff and 'customers' in his/her field. Someone who is patient and open-minded and can instill confidence in others around them

Joyce Anderson

8/30/2018 02:15:58 pm

A good leader is consistent, positive, encouraging, and most of all understanding. Also being a team player displays to your staff that you are willing to pitch in and help.

Ana-Maria Sanchez-Guilbault

8/31/2018 06:39:38 pm

An effective leader is kind, steadfast, understanding, professional, confident and inspiring.

Cindy Bruce

9/21/2018 01:13:55 pm

A good leader is aware of the boundaries between leadership and staff. Is compassionate, consistent. A leader inspires others to achieve their best.

Stephanie

9/22/2018 12:56:39 pm

A good leader is accountable, advocates for his/her team members, is clear about expectations, models good conflict resolution

Ireland

9/22/2018 05:18:48 pm

A good leader uses communication, sets boundaries for certain things, models how to handle different situations and makes their expectations known.

Julana

9/25/2018 09:05:46 pm

A good leader leads by example and communicates with others. In addition, positive and encouraging.

Kat

10/1/2018 11:50:45 am

A good leader is someone who you rely on as well as relies on you. With expert communication, they are someone who helps support, provides stimulating work, and lead a team to the business' goal or goals. A good leader is always someone who helps you realize your own potential and works with your strengths as well as weaknesses.

Sher

10/14/2018 05:34:41 pm

A good leader is knowledgeable and still willing to learn, collaborative,
a good communicator, a hard worker and a motivator.

Andrea

11/17/2018 09:26:55 am

Characteristics of a good leader is one who rules, guides, and inspires their employees. Their decisions are sound and are fair to all parties involved.

Stacy Bryson

11/21/2018 06:53:09 am

A good leader is supportive, gives constructive criticism, communicates well

Kathy

11/26/2018 07:53:41 pm

A good and effective leader should be one who listens, values and respects those who work with him or her and sets realistic goals and expectations upfront.

Kathleen Nicole Co

11/27/2018 06:34:19 pm

A true leader is someone who inspires people and isn't afraid to get their hands dirty. Leading by example is more motivational than just leading by using words. A true leader is also good at communication, both in listening and in conveying their message.

Kimberly Blow

12/1/2018 07:19:27 pm

A leader to me is someone that looks for the best in every situation and person on their team. They ask questions like: How can we help? What can we do to improve? They have integrity, their respectful, trust worthy, compassionate, reliable, and they lead with passion and a purpose.

Meaghan Roach

12/7/2018 11:01:56 am

An effective leader is approachable, reliable, knowledgeable, supportive, and interested in the human element of leading/supporting the preschool team.

Miranda Kirk

12/15/2018 02:27:40 pm

An effective leader is someone who listens to others around them, has a clear vision and the ability to bring that vision alive to others, and is supportive and approachable to others.

nyjuana brackeen

12/17/2018 06:59:59 pm

An effective leader is someone who does what is morally and ethically right for everyone.

Mical Gaynor

12/19/2018 02:23:08 pm

An effective leader is someone that inspires their staff to do better and grow. They should be a good communicator and listens before responding.

Kiersten Moen

12/22/2018 09:10:02 am

A good leader is someone who listens, hears concerns from staff, is a problem solver, someone who can be positive and lead by example.

Anne D

12/27/2018 10:52:11 am

An effective leader can lead by example as well as give constructive instruction while being consistent with the vision and rules of the program.

J.P.

12/29/2018 06:29:21 am

A leader is defined as “a person who rules, guides, or inspires others.” Leadership in a child care profession includes the staff, support staff, children, parents, community, and more. A leader listens well, encourages openly and creatively, and builds on the strengths of his/her team.

Laurel O'Connell

12/31/2018 08:59:12 am

Some skills in the toolbox of effective leaders include: building positive trusting relationships, listening deeply, and an underlying ethos of kindness.

Gina Howard

2/6/2019 10:32:41 am

A good leader sets a good example, coaches, listens, observes and genuinely cares about their staff.

Maeghan Kimball

2/7/2019 10:08:46 am

A leader should up compassionate, knowledgeable, and assertive.

Marina

2/19/2019 12:10:47 pm

The role of a leader is to guide with fairness and compassion and help inspire and teach others to be successful.

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