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Their wordsAlthough you don't often find leadership books calling for this underrated trait, I would argue that humility is a leader's greatest asset.
Their wordsYour role is to prioritize the success of your team over your own. That is the most common thing that new leaders miss: your new role is not just a continuation of your old.
Their wordsGood leaders recognize that their ability to inspire is not based out of the things they say, but the things they do. By leading through influence, leaders not only make things easier for their team, but also for themselves, as their team will reward their acts of camaraderie with mutual respect and effort.
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