I recently had the privilege of moderating a panel of female Northeast Ohio Mayors. The first question I asked them was if they could only choose one characteristic for effective leadershipwhat itwouldbeandwhy. Theychose values: know them and live them. Be bold, don’t be afraid to speak up and do what is right and take some reasonable risks. Have humility, be willing to ask for help, keep learning and admit when you are wrong. Wow, the questions after that brought out other valuable lessons but we literally could have stopped after the first question. Let me expound on their answers. By Janet Kendall White Know and Live Your Values. Be Bold. Have Humility Know your values and live them. Step 1, are you clear on what your values are? It takes some reflection. Have you tested them against real situations? If X happens, how would I respond? If Y happens what would my response be? Have you checked yourself to compare your responses, your calendar, and your life with what you say and think your values are? Are they all aligned? Do adjustments need to be made? Next, do those you work with know them and understand that their decisions need to line up with yours and the organizations values?
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