most inspired person

                               Most Inspired Leader   

 This week we were learning about Leadership What allows great leaders to overcome hardship, build great teams and innovate radical solutions to challenging situations?
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Often, the best lessons can be learned from history. All great leaders throughout history share common characteristics and attributes that not only made them unique, but also helped them lead great movements with innovative ideas.  These individuals were not born leaders; they developed leadership habits and followed the inspiring example of those that came before them.

When talking about myself, the leader who inspired me most is J.K. Rowling who is a British novelist, philanthropist, film producer, television producer and screen writer. But she is popular around the word as thauthor of the Harry Potter book series.

Here is a look at some of the greatest leaders of our time and some of the characteristics that make them great.

1. Powerful Persistence – Abraham Lincoln   

 “Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other.” ~ Abraham Lincoln

2. Bold Courage – Sandra Day O’Connor

“In order to cultivate a set of leaders with legitimacy in the eyes of the citizenry, it is necessary that the path to leadership be visibly open to talented and qualified individuals of every race and ethnicity.” ~ Sandra Day O’Connor

3. Humble Sacrifice – Nelson Mandela

“I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.” ~ Nelson Mandela

4. Creative Innovation – Eleanor Roosevelt

“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt

5. Brave Determination – Rosa Parks

“I have learned over the years that when one’s mind is made up, this diminishes fear; knowing what must be done does away with fear.” ~ Rosa Parks

Nevertheless, it is important to constantly seek opportunities to grow and strengthen our skills.  As leaders, we must seek opportunities to build reinforcing habits that allow us to be more effective.

These leadership lessons are helpful reminders that can help us expand our influence, strengthen our organizations and advance our careers.