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7 Attributes of a Maturing Leader

I frequently say to our church that I’m less interested in where a person has been and more interested in where they are going. I would make that statement about leadership also. The best leaders I know don’t have all the answers. They haven’t got everything figured out yet. Most wouldn’t even consider themselves “experts” in the field of leadership. (I certainly don’t consider myself to be one.)

What they have done and are doing is to continue maturing as a leader. The best leaders I know are consistently getting better.

Here are 7 attributes of a maturing leader:

1. Able to think strategically in the moment (I wrote a post about that HERE)

2. Is an encourager and guards the tongue from reckless and hurtful words and expressions

3. Recognizes the contributions of others and willingly cheers other’s success

4. Doesn’t act in anger, but carefully plans a response

5. Thinks beyond today personally and for the organization

6. Is concerned about but doesn’t stress over the small stuff

7. Forgives easily and receives correction without becoming defensive

You may not have all of these as attributes yet, but my encouragement is to keep improving.

Brag on yourself: Which of these are you doing well?

Be honest: Upon which of these attributes do you most need to improve?