Leaders Developing Leaders

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Leaders Developing Leaders

• Seeing Your Influence Grow Exponentially

Lessons from John C. Maxwells Developing the
Leaders Around You
Presented By Evan Jackson KASA Summer Institute
July 16, 2009
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Why Developing Leaders is Important

• Developed leaders expand and enhance the future
  of the organization
• Potential leaders help carry the load
• Leaders who mentor potential leaders multiply
  their effectiveness

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• A leaders success can be defined as the maximum
  utilization of the abilities of those under him.
• --John Maxwell

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Creating a Climate for Potential Leaders

• Model the Leadership You Desire
• Lead (Dont Manage) with Vision
• Provide Growth Opportunities

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Identifying Potential Leaders

• Qualities to Look for in a Leader
• Character
• Influence
• Positive Attitude
• Excellent People Skills
• Evident Gifts
• Proven Track Record
• Confidence
• Self-Discipline
• Effective Communication Skills
• Discontent with the Status Quo

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Nurturing Potential Leaders

• Build Trust
• Show Transparency
• Offer Time
• Give Encouragement
• Add Significance
• Reward Production
• Establish a Support System

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Equipping Potential Leaders

• Develop a Personal Relationship
• Share Your Dream
• Set Goals for Growth
• Communicate the Fundamentals
• Give Them the Tools They Need
• Check on Them Systematically

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Developing Potential Leaders

• What do they want?
• Do they have a way of getting what they want?
• Will they be rewarded if successful?

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Coaching a Dream Team of Leaders

• A Dream Team Coach
• Chooses players well
• Constantly communicates the game plan
• Takes the time to huddle
• Knows what the players prefer
• Excels in problem solving
• Provides the support needed for success
• Commands the respect of the players
• Does not treat everyone the same
• Continues to win
• Understands the levels of the players

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How Well Are You Coaching Your Team?

• Answer these questions using the following key
• 1 Havent thought about it yet
• 2 Just in the early stages
• 3 Solidly in progress
• 4 Nearly accomplished
• 5 Fully Accomplished

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How Well are You Coaching Your Team?

• 1. I have chosen my players well.
• 2. I have proven to my players I care about
  them.
• 3. I have encouraged them to care about one
  another.
• 4. I know what my players prefer.
• 5. I actively encourage team growth.

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How Well are You Coaching Your Team?

• 6. I have developed a team that fits.
• 7. I support my players.
• 8. I have taught them what is important.
• 9. I frequently show them the game plan.
• 10. I have modeled paying the price to them.

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How Well are You Coaching Your Team?

• 11. My players are willing to put the team before
  themselves.
• 12. I have developed a good bench.
• 13. I have encouraged each player to find and
  play his role.
• 14. I have my players respect.
• 15. I reward my players according to their
  performance.

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How Well are You Coaching Your Team?

• 16. I have built a winning tradition.
• 17. I expect and prepare for problems.
• 18. I know the level of all my players.
• 19. I take the time to teach and delegate.
• 20. I do only the tasks that cannot be delegated.

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How Well Are You Coaching Your Team?

• Now, total your score
• 90-100 - You are a great coach with a dream
  team youre
• ready for the championship
• 80-89 You are an excellent coach keep fine
  tuning your team
• and your skills
• 70-79 You are a solid coach dont stop now
  keep up the
• good work, and strive for the
  excellence that is within
• your reach
• 60-69 Your players are beginning to look like
  a team keep
• learning and building
• Below 60 You have a lot of work before you,
  but dont despair begin
• team building and
  improving your coaching skills today

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• Evan Jackson
• Band Choral Director
• Union County High School
• evan.jackson_at_union.kyschools.us
• [phone]
• Reference
• Maxwell, J.C. (1995). Developing the Leaders
  Around You. Nashville Thomas Nelson.