Although, Dale Carnegie, became famous, throughout the world, for his, How to win friends and influence othersis, perhaps, even more significant, for a great leader, effectively, positively, INFLUENCE Everyone you come in contact with, as well as the organization you serve and represent! After more than four decades of personal involvement in nearly every aspect of leadership, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing and mentoring thousands of actual and/or potential leaders, as well as serving, multiple times, as a leader. , Often, I insist on influencing others to gain their trust, foster greater potential for greater participation and commitment, etc. With that in mind, this article will attempt to briefly consider, examine, review and discuss, using the mnemonic approach, what this means and represents, and why it is important.

1. Integrity; imagination; ideals; ideas; inspired; involve: No one will influence others, in a positive way, unless/until they act with absolute integrity, and others perceive it that way! A great leader needs to involve others, towards a greater commitment, which requires a relevant, well thought out and developed imagination, through the articulation of meaningful ideas! Everything must align, with worthwhile, valuable and meaningful ideals, if one wishes to consistently inspire and motivate others!

2. Requirements: Leading should be about serving and representing, both the actual and perceived needs, of actual, past, and potential constituents.

3. face the facts; future; faithful; destination: No one benefits, in a relevant and sustainable way, unless/until a leader faces the facts and proceeds faithfully and in solidarity! He must face the current challenges, staying true to the mission of the organization, etc. If he expects to lead, he must proceed, with the mindset of becoming the master of fate, of the organization!

4. Hear; learn: Are you able to effectively listen and learn from every conversation and experience, seeking to become the best you can be? Only then is it possible to proceed with the necessary and genuine empathy!

5. Useful; emergency: When stakeholders perceive that someone represents and serves them in a useful and quality way, they are more likely to pay close attention to their pressing ideas.

6. Empathy; emphasis; efforts; effects: Real and genuine empathy is needed for anyone to proceed, move forward, consistently placing their emphasis and efforts where they will provide the greatest benefit! The sign of a true leader is his effort, it has positive, relevant and sustainable effects!

7. nerves; shades: Each group has its specific heritage, history, and mission. We must choose people who understand and adapt – make a plan that takes these nuances into account! One should never resort to procrastination, but rather needs the courage and self-confidence to move forward in a strategic, well-considered and relevant way!

8. character; creative; coordinator: While professionally designed leadership training programs are needed to refine and instruct, it takes someone, with the quality of character, to effectively influence the most people! Creative considerations, focused on coordinating others, in a meaningful way, make a difference, for the better!

9. Energize/ energize; Excellence; whole: Only someone, with personal and positive energy, has what it takes to energize others, towards greater participation and commitment! A true leader must demand the highest degree of personal excellence from him, as he considers the bigger picture!

If you want to become a great leader, you must be ready, willing, and able to INFLUENCE others, in a positive way! Are you up to the tasks and responsibilities?