Leadership is a relational process through which purposeful and ethical engagement of personal energy and influence results in desirable change that benefits self and others.

Leaders engage themselves in their lifework business purposefully. Their intentions and efforts are guided by the purpose found at the heart of their organizations mission. For example, for a leader in a school that mission might be “to insure that all students are given equal opportunities to learn and learn at high levels.” For a leader in the personal investment field that mission might be “To help clients achieve their financial goals and dreams”.

Leaders also engage themselves in their business and lifework pursuits in an ethical manner. They are guided by both the high standards of conduct defined by their professions and the standards of conduct defined by their own personal values and moral codes.

A leader’s engagement in the leadership process is fueled by the physical, mental, social, emotional and spiritual energy she has available to draw upon, and is manifested by the positive  influence her unique leadership style has on her clients and colleagues.

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