Great Leaders Network

16/10/2025

16/10/2025

WHAT BOOKS SHOULD EVERY LEADER READ?

Great leaders never stop learning.

The best minds in leadership are shaped by the wisdom of others who have walked the path before them.

Whether you’re leading a team, a business, or a ministry, leaders are readers.

Here are a few timeless must-reads every leader should explore:

1️⃣ “Leaders Eat Last” – Simon Sinek

2️⃣ “The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership” – John C. Maxwell

3️⃣ “Good to Great” – Jim Collins

4️⃣ “Dare to Lead” – Brené Brown

5️⃣ “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” – Stephen R. Covey

6️⃣ “Start with Why” – Simon Sinek

Each of these books will sharpen your mindset, strengthen your character, and help you lead with purpose and influence.

What about you?
Which book has had the greatest impact on your leadership journey?

Share your recommendation below

14/10/2025

HOW DO I DEVELOP CONFIDENCE AS A LEADER?

Confidence is not something you’re born with, it’s something you build daily.

Here are a few keys to help you grow confident as a leader:

1️⃣ Know Your Identity — True confidence begins with knowing who you are and what you carry.

You were created for greatness.

2️⃣ Embrace Growth — Every great leader was once a beginner. Keep learning, keep improving, keep stretching.

3️⃣ Face Your Fears — Confidence grows when you confront what scares you.

Each challenge you overcome adds another layer of strength.

4️⃣ Surround Yourself With Encouragers — Be around people who lift you, not those who limit you.

5️⃣ Walk in Purpose — When you know your "why,” confidence flows naturally. Purpose fuels boldness.

Remember: Confidence is not arrogance it’s quiet assurance that you’re capable, equipped, and chosen for impact.

✅ Lead boldly. Speak courageously. Act decisively.

The world is waiting for your voice.

09/10/2025

HOW DO I KNOW IF I' M CALLED TO LEAD?

This is a question that doesn’t come with a neon sign or a booming voice from the clouds but it is a question worth asking.

Leadership isn't just about having a title or standing in front.
Sometimes, it’s about being the one who shows up, the one who listens, the one who steps forward when others hesitate.

Here are a few signs that might point to a calling to lead:

✅ You notice what needs to be done, and you feelrestless when no one is doing it.

✅ People naturally come to you for direction, even when you're not in charge.

✅ You care deeply about outcomes, people, and purpose,not just control.

✅ You’ve walked through pain or growth that gave you something to offer others.

✅ You're willing to take responsibility, even when it’s not convenient.

✅ You see potential in others and want to help them rise.

Truth is, leadership isn't about being ready, it's about being willing

If you’ve ever asked, “Am I called to lead?”… maybe the better question is:

“Am I willing to serve others with what I’ve been given?”

Leadership starts right where you are. In your home.

In your community, in that room where everyone is waiting for someone to go first.

Maybe that someone is you.

What do you think?

How did you know you were called to lead, or that you weren’t? I’d love to hear your thoughts.

07/10/2025

ARE LEADERS BORN OR MADE?

This question has echoed through generations, are great leaders born with it, or do they become leaders through growth and experience?

Here’s the truth…

Some people are naturally gifted with confidence, courage, and vision, but natural talent alone doesn’t make a great leader.

True leadership is forged through learning, discipline, and life experiences.

Even in the Bible, we see this truth:

David was chosen and anointed young (born for it), but he became a great king through years of preparation and challenges (made through process).

Leadership is not about where you start; it’s about how you grow.

You may be born with potential, but you become a leader through process.

Leaders are born with seeds of greatness, but they are made in the fire of experience!

06/10/2025

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06/10/2025

10 CORE QUALITIES OF EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP

Here are 10 core qualities that define effective leaders:

1️⃣ Vision :They see the future and inspire others toward it.

2️⃣ Integrity: They do what’s right, even when no one is watching.

3️⃣ Humility:They serve, listen, and learn from others.

4️⃣ Communication: They speak clearly and listen deeply.

5️⃣ Accountability: They take responsibility and stay transparent.

6️⃣ Courage:They stand firm in truth and faith, even under pressure.

7️⃣ Emotional Intelligence – They understand and manage emotions wisely.

8️⃣ Passion:They inspire others through their fire and commitment.

9️⃣ Competence: They keep growing, learning, and improving.

🔟 Servanthood:They lead by lifting others up, not by lording over them.

Remember: Leadership is not about position; it’s about purpose, character, and impact.

Lead with vision. Lead with love. Lead with integrity.

03/10/2025

GREAT LEADERS ARE SERVANT LEADERS

At Great Leaders Network, we believe leadership is not about power, position, or prestige, it’s about service.

A true leader is one who lifts others, empowers them, and leads with humility and vision.

Servant leadership means:
✅ Putting people first
✅ Listening and understanding
✅ Leading by example
✅ Empowering others to succeed

The world doesn’t just need more leaders, it needs great leaders who serve.

Question for you today: Are you leading to be seen, or are you leading to serve?

30/09/2025

VISIONARY LEADERSHIP : How Leaders Create and Sustain Vision.

Every great leader carries a vision that goes beyond today. Vision is the picture of a future that doesn’t yet exist, but can exist if someone dares to believe and lead others toward it.

A visionary leader does three things:

1️⃣ Sees Clearly – They see opportunities where others see obstacles.

2️⃣ Communicates Boldly – They paint the picture of the future so clearly that others can see it too.

3️⃣ Sustains Faithfully – They remain consistent, even when challenges arise, because they know vision requires persistence.

Remember: Vision is not just about where you’re going, it’s about bringing people along with you and keeping the fire burning until the dream becomes reality.

Leaders don’t just react to the present; they create the future.

What vision are you building today?

24/09/2025

🚫 LEADERSHIP STYLES THAT DESTROY THE TEAM🚫

Not every leader builds, some unknowingly destroy the very team they’re meant to lead.

Here are leadership styles that crush unity, creativity, and growth:

1️⃣ Dictatorial Leadership – When a leader’s word is final and no opinion is welcomed, the team suffocates.

2️⃣ Inconsistent Leadership – Constantly changing decisions and unclear direction breeds confusion and mistrust.

3️⃣ Micromanagement – Watching every move and never trusting your team kills initiative and innovation.

4️⃣ Favoritism – When some are lifted and others ignored, division takes root.

5️⃣ Unapproachable Leadership – A leader who cannot be corrected, advised, or questioned sets the team up for failure.

A true leader inspires, builds, and empowers. Leadership is not about control, it’s about creating an environment where others can grow and shine.

What kind of leader are you becoming?