I graduated college after a severe traumatic brain injury.

Things We Forget

By Gentle Witch

Graduated college with a double major

Former federal government employee

  • Progress > Perfection

    A good leader focuses on progress rather than perfection.

  • Humble, Open Mind

    Being humble enough to admit when they have made an error, and approaches team member’s ideas with an open mind.

  • Values

    Values

    A good leader uses their values to make decisions, as opposed to allowing fear to control their decision making. This is true of any good person, but for a leader…

  • Balance

    A good leader balances confidence with humility. A great example of a great leader doing this is my parent. They are very humble, and yet they have led me and…

  • Role Model

    A good leader leads through example rather than instruction alone. What do you think makes a good leader? Comment to let me know!

  • Harrowing

    A good leader protects the team, even when protection costs status. My old boss protected his team at all costs. He would listen, which is half of it. He would…

  • Humble

    A good leader admits what they do not know and seeks guidance when needed.

  • Humans

    A good leader values people as humans, not tools or outcomes.

  • Calm

    A good leader remains steady during pressure and stays calm when making decisions.

  • Listens

    A good leader listens before speaking and treats input as a gift, not a threat.