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“The pessimist complains about the wind. The optimist expects it to change.

“The pessimist complains about the wind. The optimist expects it to change. The Leader adjusts the sails.”. Leadership. UNIT 1– Understanding Leadership Section 1 – Defining Leadership & The 5 Levels of Leadership (J.C.M. – Chapter 1). Get on the Bus!.

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“The pessimist complains about the wind. The optimist expects it to change.

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  1. “The pessimist complains about the wind. The optimist expects it to change. The Leader adjusts the sails.”

  2. Leadership UNIT 1– Understanding Leadership Section 1 – Defining Leadership & The 5 Levels of Leadership (J.C.M. – Chapter 1)

  3. Get on the Bus! In 10 words or less, jot down your own definition of the term: “Leadership”

  4. The Definition of “Leadership”… • Leadership is Influence. • Including: the ability to obtain followers. • Could be used for good or evil • Not simply a “position” or “title” with status; it is a “service” • Two Questions to think about • What’s the strongest influence on me? • In terms of my ability to influence others, what is the best focus I have?

  5. Insights about “Influence” • Everyone influences someone. • We are both influencing and being influenced by others throughout life. (Hats) • What kind of an influencer will you be?

  6. Leadership: are you “Born with it”? Truly “born” leaders will emerge Natural characteristics must be developed Were any great men born in your village? A wise person replies, “Nope, only babies.”

  7. What will I need to Succeed? • Traits • Raw Materials of Leadership (P.O.L.C.) • Theories, Roles, Styles, etc. • Desire • Commitment not to live a “little life” • Passionate, relentless dedication, ability to rally others • Attitude • We play the one string we have in life… • Life is 10% what happens to me & 90% how I react to it.

  8. “He who thinks he leads and has no one following him is only taking a walk.”

  9. The 5 Levels of Leadership • Level 1: Position • People follow because they have to • Entry level of Leadership • Influence comes only from title • Follower’s are not confident • Often gained by appointment

  10. The 5 Levels of Leadership • Level 2: Permission • People follow because they want to • Followers will go beyond your stated authority • Time, energy, & focus on individuals’ needs and desires (Ex. Ford Model T’s Color) • Deal wisely with difficult people

  11. The 5 Levels of Leadership • Level 3: Production • People follow b/c of what you have done for the organization • Followers gather for a purpose with goals • Problems are fixed easily due to momentum • “Success” is sensed by most people at this level • Results-oriented (Ex. Traveling Salesman)

  12. The 5 Levels of Leadership • Level 4: People Development • People follow because of what you have done for them • Followers consistently demonstrate superior performances • Ability to empower others (loyalty) • Give key followers growth opportunities

  13. The 5 Levels of Leadership • Level 5: Personhood • People follow because of who you are and what you represent (Respect!) • Few people ever make it to this level • Followers are loyal & sacrificial (Ex. Ghandi, JC, etc.)

  14. Which “Levels of Leadership” are the following associated most with? People Don’t care how much you know, until they know how much you care. A Leader is not great because of his/her power, but rather because of his/her ability to empower others.

  15. What are The 5 Levels of Leadership? • Level 1: Position • Being a “boss” v. “leader” • Level 2: Permission • Not a Pecking Order, but relationship building • Level 3: Production • Ignorant, but successful, salesmen • Level 4: People Development • Walk slowly thru the crowd & develop key leaders • Level 5: Personhood • Ultimate Respect

  16. Climbing the Steps… • The Higher you go: • Increased level of commitment • The Easier it is to lead • The Greater the growth • You Never leave the base level • Take others with you upward

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