What makes a Leader? The obvious truth

So what makes a Leader?

The obvious truth:
First of all, a Leader must have followers. If nobody is willing to follow you, you aren't a leader.

This is my test on whether you have followers or not. If your company were to open a new location 5 miles away and your people could transfer to work with you if they wanted to... would they?


Next, a Leader chooses to do what's right and not what's easy. It's a rare instance where both are the same, right and easy.

A Leader has great people skills and treats people great. Not good. GREAT! There is a difference.

Finally, a Leader must have the ability to motivate people to perform at a higher level, out of respect, not out of fear.

All four of the above need to be present for a successful leader.