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I have been reading or listening to different motivational books and tapes for quite some time. I have been slowly gathering a collection of information that I would like to share with you.

Topics include: goal setting, visualization/imagination, persistence, courage, teamwork, attitude, success, networking, winning, etc. I call them Motivational Moments because most will be short and to the point. Some will be serious, and some will be humorous. I hope you enjoy the Motivation Moments. Tom Hughes

Nine Qualities of a Successful Leader

(The first seven leadership qualities were developed by Ret. General Norman Schwartzkopf during Desert Storm. The last two were added by Rear Admiral Ret. Frank Collins, Jr.)

1. Leaders help people succeed. They don't fear developing their associates.
2. Don't confuse management and leadership. Managers focus on material goods, leaders focus on people.
3. Set goals that anyone can understand, set them clearly. Complicated goals discourage buy-ins.
4. Set high standards: "Good enough" is not good enough! Only the best succeed in today's market place.
5. There's always room for improvement.
6. A leader takes charge. Step up to accountability and responsibility. Have a plan to implement it.
7. Do what is right. Develop a sense of values.
8. Give credit where credit is due. You may lay the foundation, but the bricks and mortar are the products of your associates.
9. Demonstrate the virtue of loyalty. Both up and down loyalty is an essential virtue of a successful leader.

Contact Tom at: tomhughes@motivationNmore.com

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