1. What do you need in order to be a leader?
The Traits of a Leader

2. Module 1: Foundations for leadership
Gain an understanding of leadership / what it means to be a leader.
Module 2: Fundamentals of leadership
Prepare for leadership.
Module 3: Growing in leadership
Learn how to be effective in various leadership contexts.
Module 4: Advanced leadership
Learn how to handle complex contexts requiring more finesse / skill.

3. Module 1: Foundations for leadership
1. Types of leadership (Why lead?) 2. The tasks of a leader (What does a leader do?) 3. The tests of a leader (What will you face as a leader?) 4. The traits of a leader (What do you need to be a leader?) 5. The trophies of a leader (The honour of leadership) Last Sunday of each month July to November 13h00 to TCC

4. Lesson 4: The Traits of a Leader
Introduction
Twelve Traits

5. Introduction Leadership requires more then good character
There are traits that are not about character, but serve as essential requirements for leadership
We will consider twelve among many

6. 1. A Leader has Vision Vision is essential to good leadership
A leader is called t0:
Bring change
Build
Grow
Move things forward
There should be a kind of holy discontent – a dissatisfaction with the status quo
A leader sees opportunity and obstacles, but brings a good report

7. 2. A Leader has Courage Vision is usually intimidating
Without courage a leader will not take action
True courage is not the absence of fear
“Here I stand, I can do no other. God help me.” – Martin Luther at the Diet of Worms
It helps to put God in the equation
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.“ (Deuteronomy 31:6)

8. 3. A Leader takes Initiative
Jonathan said to his young armor-bearer, "Come, let's go over to the outpost of those uncircumcised fellows. Perhaps the LORD will act in our behalf. Nothing can hinder the LORD from saving, whether by many or by few. (1 Samuel 14:6)
A leader should take initiative – and be able to start something
A leader should be more than a “good starter”.
If not you then who?
Nike 1:1 “Just do it!”

9. 4. A Leader is Consistent A leader needs to maintain a consistent
Focus
Direction
Call
Mood
Good leaders bring stability while building something dynamic
Stable not static
Good leaders are single-minded
Good leaders are predictable

10. 5. A Leader is Committed There is no costless leadership
Good leaders lead sacrificially and lead by example
The greater the cost, the greater the value
"I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. The hired hand is not the shepherd who owns the sheep. So when he sees the wolf coming, he abandons the sheep and runs away. Then the wolf attacks the flock and scatters it. The man runs away because he is a hired hand and cares nothing for the sheep (John 10:11-13)

11. 6. A Leader has Integrity
The money brought into the temple was not spent for making silver basins, wick trimmers, sprinkling bowls, trumpets or any other articles of gold or silver for the temple of the LORD; it was paid to the workmen, who used it to repair the temple. They did not require an accounting from those to whom they gave the money to pay the workers, because they acted with complete honesty. The money from the guilt offerings and sin offerings was not brought into the temple of the LORD; it belonged to the priests. (2 Kings 12:13-16)

12. 7. A Leader takes Responsibility
In setting the example
In hard work, an eye for detail, a doing tasks with excellence
A leader shoulders the blame and doesn’t pass the buck, shift the blame or make excuses.
“When you are wrong, take it on the chin.” - Ashley Bell

13. 8. A Leader is able to Manage
Good leadership involves self-management and management of others. This requires self-discipline and people-skills
Develop emotional intelligence (it is a skill and an intelligence)
Figure out how to deal with yourself and others
Qualities
Empathy
Approachability
Able to motivate graciously
Able to manage expectations
Able to set boundaries
Thoughtful in delegating

14. 9. A Leader Perseveres Leadership can be a long and lonely journey
A leader should be persevering by nature
Tenacious
Resilient
Thick skinned

15. 10. A Leader Communicates
Good leadership will demand good communication
In imparting vision
In giving clear directions
In resolving conflict
In defending the truth or values
In teaching others

16. 11. A Leader is Respectful
Humility is required in order to be a servant-leader
Understand all people are made in the image of God
See, the Sovereign LORD comes with power, and his arm rules for him. See, his reward is with him, and his recompense accompanies him. He tends his flock like a shepherd: He gathers the lambs in his arms and carries them close to his heart; he gently leads those that have young (Isaiah 40:10-11)
See also: 1 Peter 3:7

17. 12. A Leader is Hope-filled
Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed and so became the father of many nations, just as it had been said to him, "So shall your offspring be.“ (Romans 4:18)
“A leader is a relentless encourager.” Peter Howard-Browne
Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the apostles called Barnabas (which means Son of Encouragement), (Acts 4:36)