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Six Things Every Great Leader DoesThe more I read about and try to learn from our civilization’s great leaders, the more I realize how much many of them have in common. Yes, many of these individuals are incredibly brilliant. Some have had life advantages others of us don’t or haven’t.

But most of them are also (intentionally or not) doing the same things to create, cultivate and sustain the leadership and success they’ve achieved. Here’s at least six things I believe great leaders do:

  1. Read. I defy you to find a great leader who isn’t, in some way, a scholar. Who doesn’t surround himself or herself with books, knowledge and opinions that give them greater perspective, vision, insight and ability. Leaders are never done learning, and consistently devote time from their busy schedules to devour even more information.

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Author: Matt Heinz