The 8 virtues of great leaders

The 8 virtues of great leaders 
Forbes; by Eli Amdur; 6/27/25 
... I write on leadership (and a few other topics) because I’m supposed to be an “expert.” Well, let me set the record straight. That word – expert – makes me nervous. ... But I’ve learned along the way since my career began 57 years ago, and leadership is one area in which I can share some value ... [Leadership theory] should support the axiom that it is not skills alone that will determine leadership in the 21st century and beyond. It’s the humanity of the leader that will do it every time. ... So, as I rest my case about leadership virtues being the differentiators, here’s what I’ve learned along the way: The Eight Virtues of Great Leaders.

• Vision ...
• Forthrightness ...
• Strong sense of self ...
• Sphere of awareness ...
• Energy ...
• Creativity ...
• Trust ...
• Humor ...

... From the first leader I ever coached to the last, not to mention my own leadership development, leadership virtues outplayed leadership skills every single time.