Steve Ackland, Aim's CEO, was asked for the top three traits that make a gifted leader.

See what he answered:

 

"Good leadership is a multifaceted discipline. From my own experience, a good leader is like being a good parent. Your team is your family – growing, developing, testing boundaries.

 

Firstly, as a leader you are there to provide clear direction, support and standards.

 

Secondly, leadership is about encouraging your team to do the best they can, celebrating success and supporting failures (also important to personal development).

 

Thirdly, a good leader listens to their team, must be accessible and open minded to their opinions.

 

A good leader like a good parent then is the anchor of the team, respected and completely reliable."

 

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