The 8 Powers ofLeadership

Power to FACE The main attributes of this power are courage and honesty. For the leader, the Power to FACE means nothing is too fearsome to handle. The leader is equipped with all the powers needed to face whatever comes – fears, or other overwhelming emotions; lack of self worth; attacks or deni- gration by others; or situations that seem impossible, insurmountable. The Power to FACE is ruthless and does not in any way accommodate untruth or corruption, whether within our own character or in external situations. Because this power sits opposite the Power to TOLERATE, the underlying drive is love. This brings a balanced approach to dealing with “demons”. This power is not to be cajoled or negotiated with. It is the weapon of truth, and the leader who wields this weapon deals with all that seems to be blocking the way forward, no matter what the level of fear involved. Nothing is allowed to hide, nothing dark or unsaid is enabled. This is the power to bring into the light of day the invisible stuff that threatens the new way. It is not aggres- sive, but it is assertive and powerful. Courage…Confidence…Determination…Purpose