10 Hallmarks Of A Leader Of Leaders: Part Three

Some leaders attract followers – others attract leaders.  And still others have the uncanny ability to turn followers INTO leaders.  So, what kind of leader are you? Test yourself with this list of qualities that I consider to be signs that you are a ‘Leader of Leaders.’

#8 Leaders are COMMITTED to your PROTECTION.

If you are a leader of leaders, you will naturally attract loyalty.  Though opposition may come, you will forever be surrounded by people who have got your back. However, not everyone is going to like you – just like not everyone liked Jesus. Religious people were in fact the most outspoken against the Saviour.  And while that still might be true for you and me, and even while the silence of some of your peers may roar loudly; there are plenty of leaders who will stand with you in the trenches, and protect your credibility and character. You never have to demand respect or honour, because you naturally attract it and you carry it with dignity and class. You also honour those above, beside, and below you – always recognising that honour is a two way street. You attract loyalty because you’ve always lifted the ceilings for others and are quick to recommend and promote their cause, as well as your own.

#9 Leaders are BETTER because of your INFLUENCE.

Leaders of leaders leave an imprint on others and many will testify that they are better leaders simply because of you. Those who lean into you and your leadership have ‘caught’ your spirit and the fruit of that can be seen in and through their endeavours. The impact of your life on others has sparked health, momentum and growth; and while you don’t always need the credit, your imprint and influence is clear to see.

#10 Leaders are TESTIMONY to your LEGACY.

“Instead of Your fathers shall be Your sons,
Whom YOU shall make princes in all the earth.”
Psalms 45:16 (my emphasis).

Of course, a true leader of leaders does not only attract other leaders, but they have a long-proven track record of raising up even more leaders. They become a spiritual ‘mum’ or ‘dad’ to others who may even surpass them in stature and measure – and their ‘ceilings’ becomes another generation’s floor.

You see, the greatest testimony to a true LEADER OF LEADERS, is found in the honour of watching your leadership legacy lived out by the next generation of leaders of leaders.

Brian Houston is the Senior Pastor of Hillsong Church, a global family of congregations comprising more than 100,000 weekly attendees. Considered by many as a leading voice in the shaping of contemporary leadership values and church culture; Brian is highly regarded for his bold innovation and passion for the local church. He will be speaking at Catalyst Atlanta Oct. 5-7, 2016. Find out more at http://catalystconference.com/atlanta/.