The Leader Factor

5 Subtle Signs of Leadership Potential


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We can all agree that identifying potential leaders is a crucial part of organizational success. But too often, leaders are promoted purely for their technical ability. What would happen if organizations put equal weight on cultural competence in their promotion criteria? In this episode, we're talking about just that. Listen in as our hosts, Tim and Junior, discuss the question, what are the subtle signs that someone will make it in leadership?

Key Takeaways:

  • Identifying potential leaders is crucial for the success of organizations.
  • Five subtle signs that someone will make it in leadership include: washing the dishes, acknowledging silent contributors, spending their own money to learn, taking initiative, and admitting when they don't know something.
  • These signs reflect qualities such as humility, initiative, and a commitment to personal and professional development.
  • Leaders should prioritize learning, take ownership of their own development, and be willing to take action and make decisions.

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00:39 Identifying Potential Leaders

12:19 Subtle Sign #1: They Wash the Dishes, Take Out the Trash, and Refill the Paper Towels

21:17 Subtle Sign #2: They Acknowledge the Efforts of Silent Contributors

28:36 Subtle Sign #3: They Spend Their Own Money to Learn

33:37 Subtle Sign #4: They Kill the Snake When They See the Snake

39:27 Subtle Sign #5: They Say 'I Don't Know' When They Don't Know

47:11 Conclusion

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