More about the question on the most important leadership quality

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I forgot to mention the most important leadership quality in my last

reply. That is because I answered from the point of view of those who

are already committed to the leadership role.

 

In reality, the first step in becoming a leader is to accept the role

of the leader within the heart. One who is to become a leader must

first of all become a good follower of some great leader. When one

becomes a good follower, then he molds his life according to the

desires and instructions of that leader he has accepted. Thus he gets

the firm and solid background required to lead others.

 

On the request of that authority, or on the urging of the Lord in the

heart, the prospective leader should come to the point of consciously

accepting the leadership role and committing himself fully to that

role on behalf of the higher authorities. If he does this, then the

path of success is open. One cannot become a real leader unless he

commits himself fully to leading others. This also implies taking

responsibility for those you lead, including all their problems and

needs. Unless one fully commits to this responsibility, one will

always think that there is a chance to step back and renounce that

role if it becomes too much to bear. So commitment to the service of

your guru as a leader is essential for success.