- Good leaders make optimism an organizational priority. The people in the organization where you serve/lead will become more optimistic if they 1) are informed and involved, 2) feel that they have the power and authority to take action and 3) are committed to a compelling direction and inspiring vision.
- Good leaders stoke the fires of optimism.
- Good leaders stay disciplined and in touch while pursuing extraordinary goals. Disciplined optimism means four things: 1) substantial, continuing investment in things like mission, people, details, looking below the surface, and challenging the pros, 2) fine-tuning your optimism in light of the situation, 3) pursuing a mission and goals that people truly believe are achievable and 4) tracking progress.
- Good leaders teach optimism. How do you handle difficulties, trails, setbacks, etc.? Part of the task is having a spirit of optimism in the face of adversity.
- Good leaders model optimism. Bottom-line: people in any organization look to their leaders for inspiration.
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Great stuff. (I think you mean stoke the fires in #2 ;))
ha, thanks my friend! Sorry for the delay in responding!
Nate