20 key attributes of highly successful leaders part 2

lessons from Walt Offen

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In part 2 of this interview with Walt Offen, we cover:

1. Having courage to speak up in all settings
2. Listen carefully to others; ignore rank within the company
3. Instituting any new rule or policy must affect the leader equally
4. Grab opportunities when they come your way, even if you do not feel ready.
5. See the issue from other’s perspectives
6. Understand, appreciate, and celebrate diversity of thought, personality, skills, and beliefs
7. Always strive to get better and help those around you
8. Do not take “we’ve always done it that way” as an acceptable answer
9. Be a solid role model
10. Develop self-confidence; be able to laugh at yourself