5 characteristics of leadership

1. Challenging the process –   this is about encouraging innovation and acceptable risk taking
2. Inspiring a shared vision – leadership is about setting a vision and leading people to it
3. Enabling others to act –      empower others, build strong teams and encourage team work
4. Modeling the way –             be who you want others to be
5. Praise and recognition –     recognise and reward good work; encourage learning from mistakes