Leadership is the concept that has been explored and debated for many centuries. It is the fundamental subject because it affects areas of life. The outlook of our life today is connected to the decisions of yesterday taken by those who led us.

However, I want us to understand that the first influential leader in our lives is us. The decisions we make about our yesterday’s effects, today’s moment and tomorrow’s impact lies within us. The influence of others is either in line with what already in existence within us or it gives us opportunity to have a better perspective about life. The key decision either way still depends on you. So, lead yourself well and by doing so you will influence others to inspire your model of leadership.

What happens when leaders decide to lead?

First let me say not everyone in position of leadership is leading nor everyone in followership is following. When leaders decide to lead they first ask themselves about the vision, mission, objectives, principles and values required to lead others to the better future. Then they align their character, attitude,talents and resources to the vision.

When Leaders decide to lead they do not seek followers instead they seek opportunities to serve others. It is through the leader’s serving that the followers get inspired to join the leader. When leaders serve with humility and passion followers get energised to dedicate themselves to the vision.

However, do not be deceived as the leader to think that every follower is with you for the right reason. Some come to you because of the benefits and others come to help you to fulfil the vision. So be wise to discern the brick from the scaffold. Brick is part of the building but scaffold is there for temporary season.

When leaders are leading hope rises and things that was out of order become structured. The negative status quo changes. When leaders are leading followers potential is unleashed and dreams get to be made reality.

So as a leader you have to lead and lead well!

Mlihlana