1. “With a Spiritual Dimension”
Leadership
“With a Spiritual Dimension”
Your candle loses nothing
By Lighting another’s candle
Presenter:
Dr. J. Alfred Reid

2. To know why to do something is wisdom To know how to do it is skill
To know when to do it is judgement
To strive to do it best is dedication
To do it for the benefit of others is service
To want to help others is compassion
To do this quietly is humility
To get the job done is achievement
To get all others to do all these things is
Leadership

3. Service to others
Eastern Star strives to take good people, through uplifting and elevating associations of love and service as well as through precept and exam­ple, to build an Order which is truly dedicated to Charity, Truth and Loving Kindness.

4. Exemplary leaders challenge the process
They are pioneers; they seek out new opportunities and are willing to change the status quo. They innovate, experiment, and explore ways to improve their organizations. Such leaders view mistakes as learning experiences and are prepared to meet any challenges that confront them.
Challenging the process requires two leader commitments: (a) to search for opportunities and (b) to experiment and take risks.

5. Exemplary leaders inspire a shared vision
Exemplary leaders inspire a shared vision. They look toward and beyond the horizon. They envision the future with a positive and hopeful outlook. Exemplary leaders are expressive; their genuine natures and communication skills attract followers. They show others how mutual interests can be met through commitment to a common purpose. Inspiring a shared vision requires leaders to commit to (a) envisioning the future and to (b) enlisting the support of others.

6. Exemplary leaders enable others to act.
Exemplary leaders enable others to act. They instill followers with spirit-nurturing relationships based on mutual trust. Exemplary leaders stress collaborative goals. They actively involve others in planning and permit others to make their own decisions. These leaders make sure that their followers feel strong and capable.
Enabling others to act requires two leader commitments: (a) to fostering collaboration and (b) strengthening others.

7. Exemplary leaders model the way
Exemplary leaders model the way. They are clear about their values and beliefs. Exemplary leaders keep people and projects on course by consistently behaving according to these values and by modeling the behaviors that they expect from others. They plan thoroughly and divide projects into achievable steps, thus creating opportunities for small wins. Through their focus on key priorities, such leaders make it easier for others to achieve goals. To model the way requires leaders to commit to (a) setting an example and (b) planning small wins.

8. Exemplary leaders encourage the heart
Exemplary leaders encourage the heart. They encourage people to persist in their efforts by recognizing accomplishments and contributions to the organization's vision. They let others know that their efforts are appreciated and they express pride in their team's accomplishments. Exemplary leaders find ways to celebrate achievements. They nurture team spirit, which enables people to sustain continued efforts.
Encouraging the heart requires leaders to be committed to: (a) recognizing contributions and (b) celebrating accomplishments.