Inspirational leadership refers to your ability to influence those around you positively and motivate others to achieve success. It provides your team members with the opportunity to develop their ambition based on your actions and attitudes.

An inspirational leader will develop talent and provide employees with opportunities to grow. These leaders are willing to take a risk on a person to stretch them so that their very best will burst forth. They have a desire to develop their team members and push them outside their comfort zone — and are prepared with a safety net in case the individual falters or things do not go as planned.

I have worked with some great leaders and not so great leaders. The inspirational leaders provided an enabling environment for me to thrive, inspired me to be more, give more and do more. Their style of leadership caused our team to go beyond the call of duty to resolve complex problems and issues, find creative and innovative ways to do things, and made coming to work an exciting adventure. I believe you recall working for such a leader in your career. Some of you are working for such a leader at this very moment. You agree with me that we all want to work for a leader who inspires us, who brings out the best in us and who is there for us when challenges come.

Inspirational leaders provide opportunities for others to grow personally and professionally and make progress toward their individual aspirations. Inspirational leaders encourage employees to flourish both individually and collectively. According to experts, inspired employees are more productive and committed to their organization.

Inspirational leadership encourages others to remain committed to their individual tasks while also leading their team by setting a good example. Good leaders encourage their direct reports with gratitude, making it more likely for their direct reports to repeat successful behaviors.

Develop your ability, capacity, capability, and personality to be an inspirational leader. Employees, direct reports, supervisors, coordinators, managers, and individuals want to follow a leader who inspires them to be and give their best.

Have a fantastic week and see you at the summit of inspirational leaders.