The Character of Leadership
Leadership may be one of the most widely considered subjects of the past 100 years. And yet, not much consideration has been given to the core of leadership-character. It is as though we have kept this important subject a secret. The essence of all leadership is individual character and although people have a basic understanding they often don't know the components of character or how it can be improved and released.
The most important factors in both personal and organizational leadership can't simply acknowledge the outward behaviors of leadership but the inward condition of the leader. It is important for you to focus on the essential quality of a leader and to find something that can propel your organizational leadership into the direction you can sign your name to.
This session introduces the central aspect of leadership-the leader's character. Because the quality of leadership is derived from character, we explore the components of individual character. Once the participants understand the nature of character, they learn how to build those components into character that insures great leadership.
Faith - The unique ability in humans to unwaveringly believe in something they cannot rationally prove
Wisdom - The application of knowledge to life
Courage - Encountering difficulties with boldness
Hope - Vision plus optimism plus perseverance
Temperance - Moderation and self-control
Justice - Doing what is right
Love - a genuine concern for people
