Learn about the qualities of a grounded leader: self-awareness, humility, and purpose. Discover the power of authenticity and teaching from experience. Find fulfillment in your work and build your own business. Understand the importance of being grounded and authentic in leadership.
Grounded leaders have a capacity for self-awareness and criticism.
Humble leaders revel in the accomplishments and potential of others.
Deep dives
Qualities of a Grounded Leader: Humility
A grounded leader possesses humility, which involves understanding one's place in relation to God and others. Humble leaders are confident and comfortable with themselves, not seeking attention or status. They have self-awareness and can accept criticism, constantly striving to improve. Humility is not about denying strengths, but about being honest about weaknesses. Grounded leaders revel in the accomplishments and potential of others, enabling and empowering them to shine.
Qualities of a Grounded Leader: Authenticity
Authenticity is another key quality of a grounded leader. It means being comfortable in one's own skin and true to oneself. Authentic leaders have moral authority and carry themselves with integrity. They teach and share only what they truly believe, have experience in, and live out. Grounded leaders understand that leadership is not about flashy personalities, but about influence. They focus on building genuine connections and narrowing the success gap by encouraging and empowering others.
Qualities of a Grounded Leader: Calling
Having a calling that is bigger than oneself is essential for a grounded leader. A calling means a sense of purpose and passion that goes beyond personal ambitions. It is about leaving a positive impact and making a difference in the world. A calling is when your purpose is greater than you, surpassing your own desires and ego. Grounded leaders understand this and are driven by a sense of mission that is aligned with their calling. They are settled in their purpose and committed to making a significant contribution.
Joining a Calling: Finding Fulfillment in Collaboration
Not everyone may have a clear calling from the start, and that's okay. One way to find fulfillment is by joining someone or something that already embodies a calling aligned with your values and passions. Collaborating with others who have a clear vision and purpose can exponentially amplify your own impact and fulfillment. Being part of a team and supporting a larger vision allows you to contribute your strengths to a collective effort while being guided by a calling that is bigger than yourself.
John C. Maxwell teaches you three qualities of a grounded leader. After John’s lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow discuss practical ways you can apply this lesson to your life and leadership.
Key Takeaways:
- Grounded leaders have a capacity for self-awareness and criticism
- Humble leaders revel in the accomplishments and potential of others
- Calling is when your purpose is greater than you
Our BONUS resource for this episode is “The Grounded Leader Worksheet,” which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John’s teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/Grounded and clicking “Download the Bonus Resource.”
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