Leading is all about influencing.
Not manipulating, influencing.
The difference, as I’ve heard it described, is that manipulating is getting someone to do something that they’ll regret later. Influencing is getting someone to do something that will benefit them, and possibly you too.
Being the smart one in the band, the most talkative, the prettiest, the most talented, the one who started the band, the micro-manager…doesn’t make you a good leader, or even a leader at all.
Leading is about building influence through trust, communication, honesty and a genuine care for others.
Who is doing that? Are you doing that? Should you, could you be doing that?
I’m always interested in your perspective, whether affirming or dissenting. Continue the conversation anytime: gabethebassplayer@gmail.com