What does it mean to be a bronze leader? As
I said in yesterday’s blog I am going to add a little Olympic flair to the idea
of leadership and look at what it takes to be a gold, silver and bronze leader.
Today we are looking at the bronze leader. In the Olympics the difference
between third and first can be a matter of hundredths of seconds or hundredths of
points.
Bronze leadership isn’t bad it represents
an emerging leader a leader who might make some mistakes but a leader who is
working hard to be a great leader. Bronze, silver and gold leadership all
represent different levels of leadership. In some parts of leadership you might
be a bronze leader but in others you could be a gold leader it all depends on
your reaction to the situation and your ability to lead in those situations.
What does it take to be a bronze leader?
- A bronze leader has definite leadership ability.
- A bronze leader makes mistakes but works hard at improving those mistakes.
- A bronze leader is gaining respect from those around them and receiving recognition from other leaders.
- A bronze leader is working on crafting a vision that followers can embrace.
At this year’s London Olympics Ryan Lochte
a top swimmer for the USA finished third in the 200 backstroke and earned a
bronze medal however in the 400IM which includes the backstroke he won the gold
medal. Lochte has definite ability and is a premier swimmer but the 200 back
may not be his best. Being a bronze leader requires you to do well but not
perfect.
Are you a bronze leader? It
is possible that you are beyond this level of leadership over the next two days
we will look at silver leadership and gold leadership.
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