Are you wondering what the attributes of effective education leaders are? Check out our list.
A leader is someone who…
- Views the big picture
2. Behaves strategically
3. Centers on the future
4. Creates the vision
5. Demonstrates a strong business acumen
6. Creates the direction
7. Works for continuous improvement
8. Views a cross-functional, cross-organizational view
9. Behaves critically
10. Centers on the customer
11. Possesses strong interpersonal skills
12. Talks with transparency
13. Shows clear messages
14. Expresses in an impactful way
15. Provides effective speaking presentations
16. Provides open, honest, and direct feedback
17. Hears to understand
18. Raises the correct questions at the right time
19. Disrupts complex information into simple terms
20. Cooperates comfortably with people at all levels
21. Remains positive and constructive during difficult conversations
22. Discovers middle ground and a path forward
23. Oversees crises and conflict with ease
24. Moves above and beyond
25. Centers on results
26. Loves to succeed
27. Leads results
28. Things get done
29. Remains goal-oriented and solution-focused
30. Shows decisiveness
31. Is decisive in times of ambiguity
32. Achieves difficult tasks despite obstacles
33. Oozes energy and determination
34. Advocates for what she or he believes in
35. Exemplifies a positive attitude
36. PossessesPossesses tenacity and curiosity
37. Works to accomplish what they commit to doing
38. Assumes ownership
39. Assumes charge and assumes responsibility
40. Creates high standards
41. Possesses excellent organizational and execution skills
42. Facilitates course corrects when needed
43. Assumes risks
44. Fearless
45. Oozes passion, honesty, and dependability
46. Gains trust
47. Cooperates
48. Works with integrity and fairness
49. Possesses a thirst for learning
50. Passes on know-how
51. Demonstrates empathy
52. Supportive and caring
53. Remains calm in difficult situations
54. Possesses leadership presence
55. Leaders by example
56. Works as a role model
57. Wins the respect of people at all levels of the organization
58. Advocates up for what they believe in
59. An influencer
60. Motivates and empowers others
61. Inspires others during times of uncertainty
62. Impacts without authority
63. Manages across functions to get the job done
64. Operates up, down, and across
65. Connects differing points of view
66. Creates teams and fosters teamwork
67. Encourages a sense of community
68. Adjusts their message to the environment
69. Motivates people to achieve a common goal
70. Makes a shared sense of purpose
71. Connects work to the organization’s goals to inspire action
72. Inspires people and aligns them around team goals
73. Guarantees team spirit is upbeat
74. Creates collaborative teams and guides them to execute big projects
75. Encourages people to act and move toward goals
76. Delegates
77. Creates clear expectations
78. Lets others do their jobs without micromanaging
79. Allows others to be successful
80. Takes away obstacles from a team’s path
81. Provides positive and constructive feedback
82. Enables people to learn from mistakes
83. Grows strong talent
84. Coaches and develops people
85. Encourages others
86. Gives people the tools and autonomy to get things done
87. Behaves as a strong advocate for those they manage and mentor
88. Gives credit where it is due
89. Honors others’ achievements
90. Praises good performance
91. Allows opportunities for visibility
92. Directs successes to those who contributed
93. Creates up team members and helps them grow
94. Comprehends the motivations of others to inspire them in their work
95. Recognizes and utilizes others’ strengths
96. Urges others to do their best
97. Worries about the well-being of the team
98. Loves seeing others succeed
99. Brings out the best in people
100. Helps others be successful
