Notable author William Arthur Ward once wrote: “The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.” The same applies for the leader. Keep in mind that all leadership actions previously mentioned are not mutually exclusive. Can the great leader inspire without telling, explaining or demonstrating? No. The great leader inspires in part, by employing a healthy balance of each communication approach. Anyone can be an inspirational leader, but only... Read more