When A Generous Mind Becomes a Leader

 

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Most of our insights about generous minds tend to focus on those with ideas to share: writers, influencers, speakers, etc. These are critical roles. We also focus a lot of time on the average person who wouldn't call themselves any of those things but still has ideas to share. They are also critical to the generous mind ecosystem. 

But what about leaders? Can they be generous minds as well? What are the traits of a leader who is generous with their ideas? Here are a few to consider . . . and if you are a leader to assess in yourself. 

A leader with a Generous Mind:

1. Is aware of the weight their ideas have on those they lead and refrains from using that weight to manipulate or bully others. 
2. Recognizes the value of ideas and seeks to listen to the ideas of others. 
3. Gives space for people to process and consider the merits of different ideas and give input.
4. Rewards others for being generous with what they know.
5. Values ideas enough to put them into action and help the group benefit from the result.

As you evaluate leaders this week, look for these 5 traits. 

If you are a leader, take 5 minutes to consider these traits and ask yourself how you might embody them in your service to those you lead.