There are some people who have a special ability to help others flourish. Think back to someone in your life who helped you grow in a specific way. Whether it’s a coach, a supervisor, a teacher, a mentor, a parent, or a friend, each of us can probably picture a person or two who made a world of difference.
How Leadership Posture Helps Others Flourish
What is it that separates these particularly influential people from the rest? It’s something I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about.
Over the past eight years, I’ve been able to observe lots of different leaders because of my job; I help coordinate small group communities at my church, which means I get the privilege to work with a bunch of leaders and see them in action.
Seeing the big picture of leadership is interesting because there are all types of leaders. Some lead by expressing a bold vision, and others are quiet yet determined. Leaders come from all nine of the Enneagram personalities, though each number leads differently. Effective leadership isn’t restricted to one style or type.
And yet, despite these differences, there is something the most inspiring leaders have in common: their posture. They approach people, new ideas, and different opinions in similar ways. It’s this posture that makes them particularly powerful at cultivating respect, cooperation and influence.
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