Lead others to lead themselves

"Has an innate ability to set strategic directions and manage others to meet the company's goals," someone wrote as my greatest strength in the recent 360 degrees appraisal. "Good leadership skill," wrote another.

I lead others to lead themselves and not bossing them. This ideal has helped me through challenging times.

We need the best that everyone has to offer. Each of my team member must become a self-leader - a confident, capable, uniquely valuable resource. We, directors of sales and sales leaders will only be effective as our team because employees are the source of strength and wisdom that can help us soar to new heights.