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True Leaders Lead From the Front

“A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the

courage to make tough decisions, and the

compassion to listen to the needs of

others. He does not set out to be

a leader, but becomes one

by the quality of his

actions and the

integrity of his intent.”

             Anonymous              

 

As I see it . . . . . . .

True leaders lead from the front

 

A true leader leads . . . . and commands respect not by their title by have but through their actions as Admiral Halsey did in World War II

 

A true leader creates confidence not by their words . . . . or what they’re going to do . . . . They create it by what they do . . . . and when they do it. A good example is President John F. Kennedy taking control . . . . and handling of the Cuban Missile Crisis. 

 

A true leader makes the tough decisions when they have to be made . . . . and does what’s right . . . . not what is politically correct. As Ronald Ragan did when he confronted the air controller walkout issue . . . . and made the tough decisions.

 

A true leader listens . . . . as Steve Jobs did in bringing new products to the market.

 

One of the strong leaders we have had in the country in the last 50 years is Lee Iacocca he took control of Chrysler when they were on the brink of bankruptcy. He took control on the company conditions . . . . listened . . . . took advice. He made the tough decisions . . . . and took action. Chrysler borrowed money under very adverse conditions to stay afloat.

 

Chrysler emerged as a stronger company . . . . and all the money that was borrowed was paid back ahead of schedule. 

 

Lee Iacocca took command of Chrysler . . . . and earned respect through his actions.

 

A true leaders lead from the front . . . . and takes command . . . . and leads by example.     

 

 

©2015 Lou Ludwig Motivational Power Quote, Sales and Management Consultant, Success Coach, Speaker, Trainer and Author

John McCormack, CRS
Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM
Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

Good Friday morning Lou Ludwig -

You nailed this one.  I'd hate to follow a leader from the rear. Have a great day.

Aug 06, 2015 10:47 PM
Maria Gilda Racelis
Home Buyers Realty, LLC-Manchester, Bolton. Vernon,Ellington - Manchester, CT
Home Ownership is w/in Reach. We Make it Happen!

Good Morning Lou: True leaders are exemplary leaders like the names you mentioned. Leading by example shows more integrity and strong disposition.

 

Aug 06, 2015 10:52 PM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Confidence and decision making and standing in front...while others watch from the rear...

Aug 06, 2015 10:53 PM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Lou, great advice this morning to start our day!   It is the solid answer to issues that define them! 

Aug 06, 2015 10:57 PM
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Richfuscious say: Leader who find path to heart find all things

Aug 06, 2015 11:55 PM
Bill Roberts
Brooks and Dunphy Real Estate - Oceanside, CA
"Baby Boomer" Retirement Planner

Lou, Is this a political commentary? Just asking...

Bill Roberts

Aug 06, 2015 11:55 PM
Gary L. Waters Broker Associate, Bucci Realty
Bucci Realty, Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Eighteen Years Experience in Brevard County

Well put. Leaders are not appointed..they rise to the role and opportunties.

Aug 07, 2015 12:04 AM
Nicole Doty - Gilbert Real Estate Expert
Zion Realty - Gilbert, AZ
Broker/Owner of Zion Realty ZionRealtyAZ.com

I lead all of my agents by example. I show them, not just teach them, how to be successful real estate agent. Have a great weekend Lou!

Aug 07, 2015 01:30 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Lou - great example of Lee Iococca.  He had the authority but he earned the power by leading.

Aug 07, 2015 01:32 AM
David Shamansky
US Mortgages - David Shamansky - Highlands Ranch, CO
Creative, Aggressive & 560 FICO - OK, Colorado Mtg

I will say this... That quote from anonymous is absolutely fantastic!

I dont think any better words could have been chosen and I LOVE it!

Aug 07, 2015 02:38 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Actions speak louder than words and I always try to lead by example, rather than just expecting people to do as I say.

Aug 07, 2015 04:06 AM
Robert Bob Gilbert
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Anderson Properties - Katy, TX
Your Katy TX ( West of Houston) Real Estate Expert

Lou, good post as laways and the example of JFK's actions fits the leader leads to a tee. 

Aug 07, 2015 04:49 AM
Darren Copeland
Leader One Financial - Lee's Summit, MO
Darren Copeland

What I loved about Lee Iococca is that he did take the time to listen to those people around him, but when it came down to making the hard decisions, he knew he had to make them and be responsible for them!  Great Post!

Aug 07, 2015 05:47 AM
Sterling Ward
Agent Professor - Provo, UT

I've heard it said that you can't push a string but you can pull it anywhere you want. 

Aug 07, 2015 06:12 AM
Camelia Perez-Hernadez
Plano, TX

Great blog! Thank you for sharing! 

Aug 07, 2015 06:47 AM
Pamela Seley
West Coast Realty Division - Murrieta, CA
Residential Real Estate Agent serving SW RivCo CA

Leadership is a fascinating subject. Great quote for today... Thanks for sharing it, Lou.

Aug 07, 2015 07:49 AM
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

You can't lead when you see the back of heads...you have to be in front

Aug 07, 2015 11:20 AM
Sham Reddy CRS
Howard Hanna RE Services, Dayton, OH - Dayton, OH
CRS

How true!!!

“A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the courage to make tough decisions, and the compassion to listen to the needs of others. He does not set out to bea leader, but becomes one by the quality of his actions and the integrity of his intent.”

Aug 07, 2015 09:44 PM