Be alive; be capable of vital functions.
–Dictionary.com
How often do you reflect on your leadership style and your ability to inspire and influence others? Are you “capable of vital functions” as defined by dictionary.com?
Amy Somerville, a professional development executive and seasoned leader (and current CEO of Success Enterprises) shares what LIVE means to her:
Lead – When leading, or being effectively led, a vision will be realized along with a sense of satisfaction
Inspire – When inspiring others, or being inspired, there’s a feeling of wholeness
Value – There’s a sense of fulfillment when one feels valued
Empathy – Provides a sense of purpose to both the giver and receiver
She keeps this acronym posted in her office (and has for years) and uses it to help maintain her focus. Ms. Somerville regularly assesses whether she is adhering to what the acronym stands for, and if she goes off course, she makes the time to adjust to whatever challenge she may be facing.
Regarding the acronym, it’s fair to say that “Leading” is a given when in a leadership role, but how do you view the need to Inspire, provide Value, and Empathize as described by Ms. Somerville?
She also shares that leaders must:
Do you find the LIVE acronym helpful, and do you agree with these leadership “musts”? Are there any you disagree with or perhaps have a desire to further develop? Let us know.
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Amy Somerville, a professional development executive and seasoned leader (and current CEO of Success Enterprises) shares what LIVE means to her:
LIVE = Lead, Inspire, provide Value, and Empathize
Lead – When leading, or being effectively led, a vision will be realized along with a sense of satisfaction
Inspire – When inspiring others, or being inspired, there’s a feeling of wholeness
Value – There’s a sense of fulfillment when one feels valued
Empathy – Provides a sense of purpose to both the giver and receiver
She keeps this acronym posted in her office (and has for years) and uses it to help maintain her focus. Ms. Somerville regularly assesses whether she is adhering to what the acronym stands for, and if she goes off course, she makes the time to adjust to whatever challenge she may be facing.
Regarding the acronym, it’s fair to say that “Leading” is a given when in a leadership role, but how do you view the need to Inspire, provide Value, and Empathize as described by Ms. Somerville?
She also shares that leaders must:
- Help those they are leading achieve more than themself
- Care about the aspirations of all team members
- Provide team members with everything they need to be successful
- Commit to developing others
- Promote their people
- Be authentic
Do you find the LIVE acronym helpful, and do you agree with these leadership “musts”? Are there any you disagree with or perhaps have a desire to further develop? Let us know.
Every time you influence other people to do a better job, you increase your value; Don’t be afraid to share best practices.
—Amy Sommerville
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