Here's how you can cultivate the key qualities of a great leader.

Our setbacks and failures pull us back from our dreams, but our vision also pulls us ahead for greatness. As leaders, our greatness is dependant on our scope of vision, how big and wide our vision is, with a clear and concise vision we can overpower the setbacks and failures that set to pull us down.

El máximo Skill de un líder es ademas de su visión, saberla transmitir a su equipo para que su visión se convierta en realidad. Muchos altos mandos uno de sus menores Skills es saber transmitir lo que visualizaron y adonde queria llegar por lo que se vuelva una condición sine quanon saber transmitir.

A great leader sees beyond the horizon, envisioning possibilities that others might miss. Take inspiration from John F. Kennedy, who set the goal to land a man on the moon, or Nelson Mandela, who envisioned a unified South Africa. Walt Disney turned his dream of a magical kingdom into reality, inspiring generations. Start by clarifying your personal and professional goals, then expand this vision to include your team or organization. Articulating a clear, compelling future not only inspires but also provides a roadmap for collective efforts. A shared vision is a powerful motivator, aligning individual aspirations with group objectives and fostering a sense of purpose and direction.

I want to share my learnings from the book Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win Take Full Responsibility- Good leaders always take full responsibility for their team’s successes and failures. They don’t blame others when things go wrong. Instead, they look at what they can do better. Be humble- Leaders need to admit their mistakes and learn from them. Being humble helps create a learning environment where everyone can improve. Empower Others- Leaders need to trust their team members and allow them to take charge of their tasks. This builds confidence and helps the team work better together.

The key to emotional intelligence is not only showing up, but showing out with the authenticity. When you are focused on being authentic, you are able to be vulnerable, truthful, honest and open. There is no room for ego or pride, only room to listen, learn, share and have empathy for others’ ideas and perspectives. You will care about the impact of your work and contributions on other people. Being authentic increases your emotional intelligence, which makes you a better team member, boss, partner, friend and colleague. You’ll understand your customers and get better results from your team.

El liderazgo moderno requiere, ante todo, un auto análisis, una retrospectiva, que permita primero entender tus capacidades, tus bondades, pero lo más importante, tus oportunidades de mejora. Una vez hecho este ejercicio, y agregando los demás ingredientes, como lo son la comunicación efectiva y asertiva, adaptabilidad, empatía, visión estratégica, resiliencia, inspiración, trabajo colaborativo, ilustración tecnológica, agilidad y proactividad en la toma de decisiones, tendrás todos los elementos para ser un mejor líder.

Attitude is everything, our reaction towards life's event mostly definitely determines our control over the outcome. A proper emotion over issues and challenges is a prerequisite skill needed for leadership success and greatness. Without Emotional Intelligence, our plans will definitely not find fruitful end. If we constantly react and not respond to act properly and accordingly, it will cost us control of outcomes of issues that we may come.

Emotional intelligence is another fundamental quality of outstanding leadership. It involves being aware of and managing your own emotions, as well as recognising and influencing the emotions of others. Mindfulness greatly enhances this quality by improving self-awareness and the capacity to regulate emotions. Practising mindfulness helps you become more attuned to your internal emotional states and those of your team members. This can be cultivated through daily mindfulness exercises such as focused breathing or mindful walking, where the goal is to observe your thoughts and feelings without judgment. This heightened awareness enables you to manage stress better, approach conflicts calmly, and communicate more effectively.

Emotional Intelligence This involves not only understanding and managing your own emotions but also connecting with and influencing the emotions of your team. Start by actively listening and showing genuine empathy. When team members feel understood and valued, they are more likely to feel seen and heard. Building these connections fosters a sense of belonging and trust. By honing your EI, you can navigate team dynamics more smoothly and onboard new members with ease, ensuring everyone feels part of the collective "WE."

A great leader creates and innovates, but it cannot happen until you take action. As a human being, you are born not knowing what makes you great. Only through trial and error will you discover what makes you great. Trusting your intuition is the key to discovering what you are great at. Not every intuition will become a great idea, but great ideas come from your intuition. A great leader keeps on trying until they find their great idea.

- Make Informed Decisions: Gather all relevant information and analyze it to make well-informed choices. - Be Confident: Trust in your decision-making process and stand by your choices, even under pressure. - Act Swiftly: Avoid unnecessary delays by making timely decisions to keep projects and goals moving forward

It's about being clear, concise, and transparent in all your interactions. Leaders like Steve Jobs were known for their ability to convey powerful messages simply and compellingly. Practice active listening to understand your team's needs and encourage open dialogue. Use concrete language and examples to make your points resonate. For instance, instead of saying, "We need to improve," specify, "We need to reduce our response time by 20% this quarter." By honing your communication skills, you build trust and inspire your team to achieve their best.

- Be Clear and Concise: Convey your messages in a straightforward and easy-to-understand manner to avoid misunderstandings. - Active Listening: Pay close attention to what others are saying and ask questions to ensure clarity and engagement. - Open Feedback Channels: Encourage honest and open communication, creating a culture where feedback is welcomed and valued.

When it comes to clear communication, I always try to remember that the other person is not in my head. It is my responsibility to communicate in a clear and understandable way and to ensure that the person I am speaking to is listening. There are sometimes some clear tell-tale signs that you have 'lost' your audience: their eyes glaze over, they start to fidget, they talk over you. How do you prevent that from happening? Keep your communication short and precise. Ask questions along the way. Use stories to drive your point home, for e.g. when we did this at the last event, this happened. Listen to feedback and ensure that understanding has occurred on both sides.

Empowering your team means trusting them with responsibilities and allowing them the autonomy to make decisions. Leaders like Elon Musk and Richard Branson have demonstrated this by giving their teams the freedom to innovate and solve problems. Delegate effectively, provide the necessary resources, and be available for guidance without micromanaging. This approach fosters innovation and initiative, essential for team growth and success. Recognize accomplishments and offer constructive feedback to nurture a culture of continuous improvement. By empowering others, you create an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their best.

In my startup, culture was everything. Even though the team was incredibly small, I wanted my employee to really tap into his strengths, and I gave him the flexibility to do different tasks in a way that worked for him. The destination was given to him, he could get there however he wanted to. This built trust & it also allowed him to learn and come to me with different solutions. We worked together as a team, there was not a hierarchy.

Es importante saber empoderar: - Gradual - Acompa?ada - Retroalimentada - Medible Se debe crear una cultura abierta, de poder ense?ar a pedir ayuda y respaldar.

- Delegate Responsibilities: Entrust team members with tasks and decision-making authority to foster a sense of ownership and accountability. - Support Growth: Provide opportunities for professional development and mentorship to help your team members advance their skills and careers. - Recognize Achievements: Acknowledge and celebrate individual and team successes to boost morale and motivation.

Leadership is about constant learning and adapting. Leaders must stay curious and open to new ideas and approaches, whether through education, mentorship, or direct experiences. In my role in higher education, I see the need for academia to evolve to meet contemporary demands. A prime example is the recent approval in Utah of new 90-credit-hour undergraduate degrees, which, while not health-specific, pave the way for more agile and responsive educational models. Effective leadership means recognizing when traditional methods are insufficient and having the courage to lead change. This commitment to growth enhances our abilities and motivates our teams to embrace learning as an ongoing journey.

Leadership is about growth. And growth spurs out of constant learning. With constant growth, one is able to navigate insurmountable challenges. Without knowledge and application of it leadership cannot be complete. That's to say a leader is only great as his knowledge and application of it.

- Stay Curious: Keep an open mind and a willingness to learn new ideas, skills, and perspectives. - Seek Feedback: Regularly ask for feedback on your leadership style and performance to identify areas for improvement. - Invest in Education: Engage in ongoing education through books, courses, and seminars to enhance your leadership capabilities

Harvard Business School Online is my go to site for my leadership top up. Once a month I spend hours navigating MOOC for courses (most of them are free) to keep me competitive and informative. Do you want to cultivate key qualities as a leader? Keep learning, whether it is at the feet of a mentor, weekly collaboration with that colleague whom you admire or a course on MOOC, let’s do it. Keep learning. Where do you go for your learning fill ups?

Learning never stops. The day you think you know everything, it’s the death of progress. We must keep our minds open to all fields of learning, from peers, colleagues , juniors, children, experiences of oneself and other’s, environment, nature, you name it. A true leader never stops learning. It’s a path where everyday you find something new to absorb.

One the add, not to forget- Authenticity is a fundamental trait for effective leadership. Leaders who are genuine and true to themselves inspire trust and loyalty within their teams. As highlighted in Brené Brown's "Dare to Lead," being authentic means showing vulnerability and admitting when you don't have all the answers. For example, sharing your own challenges and learning experiences can encourage others to do the same, fostering a culture of openness and growth. Authentic leaders also stay true to their core values, guiding their decisions and actions. By embracing authenticity, you create a more connected and resilient team, ready to face any challenge together.

Para cultivar las cualidades de un gran líder, primero define una visión y misión claras. Practica la comunicación efectiva, escuchando activamente y expresando ideas con claridad. Desarrolla la empatía apoyando las perspectivas de tu equipo. usa la inteligencia emocional siendo consciente de tus emociones y manejándolas constructivamente. Fomenta la colaboración y el trabajo en equipo, reconociendo las contribuciones individuales. Toma decisiones informadas basadas en análisis detallados y múltiples opciones. Desarrolla habilidades de resolución de problemas identificando y abordando causas subyacentes. Motiva e inspira estableciendo metas claras y liderando con el ejemplo. Asi podras convertirte en un líder inspirador y efectivo.