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What are qualities of good leadership?

 * Note - some members posted their answers on this page. These answers have been moved to the discussion area to avoid confusion. I tried to attribute them to the correct author, however, if I made a mistake, please let me know. Thanks!**

If you care, I did a similar assignment with blogspot last summer. The link is [] if you want to check it out.

Some resopnses from that were as follows:

I think you are right about communication, but I would say three things: Maturity (wisdeom and grace) Integrity (trustworthyness) Leads by example (not detached from the work of his/her colleagues)--is the best at what s/he does

Dr. Fischetti

Communication is a powerful too that enables staff to not only see the tasks at hand, but hopefully understand the leader's vision for the future. Excellent communication helps clear the air of any confusion or assumptions that can lead to greater miscommunications and negative issues later on. Other important attributes of a leader? HUMILITY, ability to facilitate (and not be a dominant, driving force all the time), be a visionary, listen...reflect...then respond, confident, knowledgeable, passionate, thorough, and able to assist others to grow and improve.

Ms. Owens

While I agree that communication is key to effective leadership, I contend that a variety of definitions exist for "effective communication". I have been impressed by the studies of Deborah Tannen on gender differences in communication. Too often, in our society, leaders are expected to communicate their vision, i.e. tell everyone what to do. In my opinion, effective communication also involves active listening in equal proportion to expressive language. Unfortunately, many still perceive listening, and the resultant compromises, as being indicative of a lack of leadership. Because women often solicit input more readily than men, they are judged to be indecisive, i.e. poor leaders. I believe this perception puts women at a disadvantage in leadership positions.

Ms. Saye

I thought maybe this would add to your conversation! -Jamie