Who do I Admire as a Leader

This person can connect with people. When he steps into a room there is a feeling that everything is going to be great, because he is there. As a transformational and participative leader, this man plays an active role in creating positive energy, productivity and change within his company. While there is one person above him in the chain of command, this individual has the respect and admiration of all of the company employees. When things go wrong, he reviews the situation and takes responsibility if necessary. Instead of dwelling on punishment and what went wrong, he actively looks for ways to ensure that things go right in the future. One of the things that makes him so successful is the fact that he worked in many positions at the company before he earned his current status. He has seen the company through leadership transitions as well as fiscal ups and downs over the last 20 years. He seeks to find some common ground with each employee and make them feel as though he can identify with them. Not only does this leader hear the opinions of his employees, but he asks for them. He understands that employees working together as a cohesive unit toward specific goals directly correlates to success in the company. When asked about leaders that I admire, this person was first on my list because of just how effective he is while still being truly loved by those around him. His company is blessed that he is only in his late 30's and is committed to continuing his tradition of success and community. There is incredible tradition within this company. This man has taken on the challenge of constantly finding ways to improve the organization while upholding the company values and traditions. As societal values change, this becomes more and more challenging, but he continues to finesse it all.