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Ref lections on Leadership
November 27, 2023
"Integrity is the most valuable and respected quality of
leadership. Always keep your word." -Brian Tracy
Integrity is a highly valuable and respected quality
of leadership. It is the embodiment of one’s moral
principles and values and is the foundation of trust
in a leader. A leader with integrity can be trusted
to keep their word and act with honesty, justice,
and fairness. They will not take advantage of their
power or manipulate people to achieve their own
goals. Integrity means not only being honest but also
being reliable. Leaders can deliver on their promises Ref lections on Leadership
and do what they say they will do. They will work December 4, 2023
hard to establish a reputation of trustworthiness and "Leadership is not about titles, positions or flowcharts. It is
dependability. This will earn their followers’ respect about one life influencing another." - John C. Maxwell
and make them more effective in their role. Influence is the key factor to being a successful
Integrity as a leader also means doing the right leader. With influence, leaders could motivate their
thing, even when it is not easy. When leaders have team, guide them toward their goals, and ensure
integrity, they can be counted on to do what they the team is productive. Influence gives leaders the
say they will do, which builds trust and confidence power to inspire, direct, and impact the behavior
in their leadership. They will take responsibility for of those around them. By developing and utilizing
their mistakes and will lead by example. Leaders positive influence, leaders can create an environment
with integrity will put the best interests of their team, where their team members feel respected, valued,
organization, and community first. and inspired. Additionally, having a strong influence
-Brian L. Mee, SFO, RSBA, M.Ed. in a leadership role will help to foster relationships
between the leader and team members, as well as
"I will and have missed Brian’s weekly Leadership with other leaders.
emails. Having worked for Brian he was always Unlike leaders with negative influence, leaders with
a kind, and patient Leader. Always upbeat and positive influence can bring out the best in their team
positive." members, inspiring them to work towards a common
-Tammy Delgado, Glendale Elementary School goal. They can create a cohesive team that works
District together towards a shared purpose. Additionally,
influence can help leaders foster strong relationships
with other leaders, which can be crucial in developing
successful solutions to challenging problems.
Influential leaders will create an environment of trust
and respect, providing their team members with the
support needed to succeed.
-Brian L. Mee, SFO, RSBA, M.Ed.
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