Leadership is all about EMOTION?

Make a list of the 5 leaders you most admire. They can be from business, social media, politics, technology, the sciences, any field. Now ask yourself why you admire them. The chances are high that your admiration is based on more than their accomplishments, impressive as those may be. I’ll bet that everyone on your list reaches you on an emotional level.

This ability to reach people in a way that transcends the intellectual and rational is the mark of a great leader. They all have it. They inspire us. It’s a simple as that. And when we’re inspired we tap into our best selves and deliver amazing work.

Inspirational Ability or Leadership Skills can be acquired, honed and perfected. If you - any Anphabers - wanna be a GREAT Leader, don't miss out 08 Tools That Allow For Talent To Shine:

1. Emotional intelligence: understand empathy, have the ability to read people's needs/desires.

2. Continuous learning: Curiosity and an insatiable desire to always do better.

3. Contextualize: Before action, make sure you understand the specifics of the situation and tailor your actions accordingly.

4. Let Go: Leadership is about influence, guidance, and support, not control.

5. Honesty: We live in age of extraordinary transparency, which is reason enough to always be true to your core – your mission will be revealed, your motivations will show by your behaviors. 

6. Kindness and respect: don’t finish last, first again and again. Ignorance and arrogance are leadership killers.

7. Collaboration: People won’t be blindsided (which is a workplace culture killer) by setbacks if they’re in the loop.

8. Partner with your people: You will gain happy, productive employees who will work with passion and commitment, and tout your company far and wide. This an opportunity to brand your greatness.

Leadership is both an art and a science. These tools are guidelines, not rigid rules. Everyone has to develop his or her own individual leadership style. Make these tools a part of your arsenal and use them well as you strive to reach people on an emotional level. Be Human. This Matters.

[Source: http://www.forbes.com/sites/meghanbiro/2013/12/15/leadership-is-about-emotion/)

Happy sharing to Anphabers :)