Leadership Traits Every Great Leader Must Master

Discover these leadership traits every great leader must master to inspire others and drive success. In this episode of The Leadership Toolkit, host Mike Phillips dives into a dynamic conversation with leadership expert Karl Pister. Together, they explore essential traits like integrity, coaching, conflict leadership, listening, caring, connection, and teachability. Learn actionable strategies for conflict resolution, how to foster genuine relationships, and why mentorship and coaching are crucial for leaders at every stage. Packed with real-life examples and timeless advice, this video is your guide to becoming a transformative leader. Watch now to elevate your leadership game!

✅ Tools of the Trade: 5 Top Takeaways You Can Use
1️⃣ Show up early and set the tone: Leadership presence starts with something simple: being in the room before everyone else. It demonstrates respect, preparedness, and sets the standard for the team.
2️⃣ Care genuinely, not superficially: People can spot fake interest. Real leaders remember details, ask meaningful questions, and show concern that goes beyond surface-level greetings.
3️⃣ Model integrity consistently: Do what you say you will do. If circumstances change, communicate before, not after. Integrity is built through small, consistent actions.
4️⃣ Lead conflict, don’t manage it: Handle disagreements by listening to both sides separately, then together, without interruption. Shift ownership of the solution back to the people involved, don’t play “the principal.”
5️⃣ Invest in mentorship and coaching: Even the most experienced leaders need guidance. Surround yourself with coaches and mentors who ask great questions, challenge your thinking, and sharpen your skills.

CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction
01:23 - Karl Pister Introduction
05:28 - Importance of Leadership
11:00 - What Makes a Good Leader
17:29 - Teaching Empathy and Caring
19:54 - Reading the Room: Emotional Intelligence
26:37 - Defining Integrity in Leadership
30:39 - Conflict Revolution: New Approaches
34:30 - Conflict Resolution Strategies
36:30 - Step 1: Gathering Both Sides of the Story
40:30 - Perspective is Everything in Conflict
45:30 - The Role of a Coach or Mentor
48:45 - Finding a Good Coach: Tips and Advice
53:50 - Karl Pister: Final Thoughts on Leadership
55:27 - Closing Remarks

🎧 Don’t miss this conversation filled with actionable insights to help you lead with greater purpose, clarity, and influence.

📅 Live this Wednesday at 12:05 pm MDT
📍 Streaming across YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook, and X

#LeadershipToolkit #LeadershipDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence #Podcast #MikePhillips #KarlPister

-----
Want to create your own pro-level livestream podcast with the best and easiest to use software? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5478553224216576
---
▶️ Subscribe to My Youtube Channel Here - https://www.youtube.com/c/MikePhillips?sub_confirmation=1
---
🛒 SHOP THE LEAD THE TEAM SHOP!!
👉👉👉 http://www.LeadTheTeam.net/shop

#Leadership #Motivation #Education
🔥 Thank you for watching 🔥
---
➡️ NOW an AMAZON Affiliate! - 👍 http://amzn.to/2DI1Lhx
----
* Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this show are solely those of the guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, producers, or any affiliated parties. The host and production team make no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information discussed by guests on the show. Listener discretion is advised.

*** Affiliate disclaimer: Some of the links listed go to my websites and some are affiliate links which may generate me a sales commission if you make a purchase.