In the article Top 10 Qualities That Make A Great Leader, Ted Myers discusses the essential qualities that define a great leader. He emphasizes the importance of honesty, noting that leaders must model ethical behavior to influence their team. Delegation is critical for scaling operations and trusting the team, allowing leaders to focus on high-level tasks. Effective communication ensures that team members understand the vision and goals clearly. Confidence is vital, especially during challenging times, to maintain team morale. Commitment from the leader motivates the team, as seeing a leader work hard inspires them to do the same. A positive attitude helps maintain a healthy work environment and keeps the team motivated. Creativity allows leaders to navigate complex situations by thinking outside the box. Intuition is necessary for making decisions when there is no clear roadmap. The ability to inspire the team is crucial for keeping everyone focused on long-term goals, while a personalized approach to each team member ensures that the leader can get the best out of their team by understanding their individual needs and preferences.

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Over the summer I was a camp counselor for an all-boys camp. I was working in the 7th-grade bunk which came with many behavioral challenges. I had to use a lot of the traits discussed in Myers’s article to try to lead the kids properly. Communication was very important to get the kids to listen. The approach was also a key trait that was used in working with these kids. The campers were all different and required different approaches to how they were talked to. This helped me develop many skills in conflict resolution and learning how to recognize the correct way to approach different people.