Charisma and Vision a Skill in Leadership
Charisma and Vision
The success and failure of the societies and organisations are in the hands of their leaders. How they lead and manage is what makes the fundamental difference. The more charismatic, the more visionary, and the more enthusiastic they are, the greater their influence. A charismatic visionary leader has the ability to create a movement, transform an organisation, and even rewrite history. When I think of a charismatic and visionary leader several springs to mind: Martin Luther King, Adolf Hitler, Charles Manson, and Mother Theresa. You can see from this list charisma and vision are not related to the purpose. Leaders and leadership styles are pivotal to the success of any business. Even an entire countries fate can be determined by its leaders’ charisma, vision, and ethics.
Style
A leader’s style is the greatest way to influence those around them. With an inspiring vision and motivation, anything is possible. Look at the impact of a teenage girl in Sweden, Greta Thunberg. Her vision and purpose are clear calling on others to take action on climate change she is leading towards a shared purpose. Leadership is not defined by where you are in an organisation but your charisma, vision, and purpose will define leadership. Among the many great leaders in the world, those who are successful are because of their vision, passion for the work, and creativeness in their ideas. Charisma and vision also need motivation and enthusiasm. We all know some leaders who because they thought differently were criticised. Innovation and motivation to change require a commitment to the vision. A change manager, leader, requires resilience to be able to weather the criticism for innovative thinking. It is only their motivation and drive that can change directions. A charismatic leader that has a strategic plan for the organization’s success, and is passionate about his vision is a powerful force. The strategy will keep everyone else focused on the vision in the organisation. This strategy is what makes the charismatic leaders’ vision a reality for others to understand and engage. It allows others to have an additional source of motivation and performance measurement. Great charismatic leaders are excited and motivated by their vision, so much so that they have the ability to inspire others. Even in the tough and challenging times where others will have given up.
Purpose, Passion, and Vision
Great leaders can be made. there are lots of opportunities available for people and organisations who want to focus on their leadership capabilities. Values and emotional intelligence must be where you start to ensure your purpose and values are aligned. If you want your staff to remain you need to ensure your leadership team is ready for the work not just on the organisation but also on themselves. The key to great leadership is simple, find your purpose, passion, and vision and you will and can change the world.