Harry Potter have taught many people many things, but it has taught be a lot about leadership. Here is a list of all the lessons Harry Potter can teach you about leadership!
1. Intelligence isn’t always the most important thing
Intelligence can sometimes help you be a leader, but it isn’t the soul thing you need to be a leader. No matter the grades you get, the struggles you have on test, you can still be a leader.
2. Always pay attention
The world around you tells you a lot about what is needed and how you can be an effective leader. Be observant and see what you can do as a leader in your community
3. Sometimes difficult decisions have to be made
Being a leader means you have to make the hard calls sometimes. In the moment they may not seem like the best decision, but at the end of the day, you end up making a bigger and better impact than you could have imagined.
4. Listen to those that our often unheard
So many people have great opinions. Those who are quiet sometimes have the best ideas and can help you grow. Being a leader means you listen to everyone’s input and make sure everyone in your team is being heard.
5. Illness doesn’t define a leader
Everyone has their demons. But they don’t have to define you. Whether you have a physical or mental illness, you can be an amazing leader and make a huge impact
6. Don’t try to be something you’re not
You are the only person like you. Don’t try to fake something when in a leadership position, or even in life. People see through it and it makes people not trust you.
7. Having a good heart will pay off
It can be hard to keep a good heart and do what is right. It may seem that although you are doing what is right, people who are not are getting more rewards, at the end of the day you will be better off.
8. Everything is not what it seems
You may think a situation has only one answer. You may think a choice is black or white. But it’s not. Always look deeper and always think before you make assumptions. Being a leader means you have to try to get all the information, so try to do your best.
9. Treat everyone as the same, no matter where they come from
Everyone has a story. As a leader, you must treat everyone the same. Every person deserves your respect. To be a good leader you need to treat your “inferiors” the same as you “superiors”
10. Teamwork is vital
Although you may be a leader, you must work with others. Being a leader means you have to work with teams and be a productive member of a team.
11. Bravery comes in many forms.
It doesn’t mean that you have to run to the rescue of everyone. Being a leader means you have to make hard choices and be someone people look up to. That is bravery. You don’t have to “slay a dragon” to be brave
12. It’s okay to ask for help
Being a leader doesn’t mean you have to be on your own all the time. When you are struggling, ask for someone who can help you.
13. Face your fears
When being a leader, you may have to face the things that scare you most. Sometimes you have to face them head on. Then, it will get less scary.
14. Sometimes we have to face battles alone
There are something’s you have to do in life by yourself. Being a leader means sometimes you have to take the steps and face a situations alone.
15. Never let anyone get the best of you
Being a leader means you will get criticism. People will try to break you to build themselves up. That being said, don’t let them affect you. You have to sometimes separate your emotions from you’re position as a leader.
16. Be persistent- good things will come from it
Being a leader means you will have some rough patches. Don’t give up because of something not working out in your favor. Being a leader means you learn from the past and know that it will work out.
17. Patience is a virtue
Things will take a while. Being a leader isn’t something that happens over night. It is going take time. Wait for it.
18. Be yourself-Always
To be a good leader, you need to be who you are. There is no way a good leader can pretend to be something they are not. A good leader doesn’t pretend.
19. Equality is a practice you need
It is really important for you to treat all the people in your life as equals, especially as a leader. No matter there status, no matter the look, no matter what treat everyone the same.
20. Don’t let past experiences define your future, but don’t forget the past.
When things don’t go right as a leader you get the blame on you. Learn from it, grow from it and don’t let it be the things that define you. Move on and accept it.
21. Fight for what you believe in
As a leader, fighting for who you believe in is the most important thing. A leader sticks to what they believe in and if something they believe in needs to be fought for, they fight for it.
22. Failure happens and that is okay
Leaders will never always be right. Leaders will make mistakes. You will fail. Get up, try again.
23. Include everyone
Treating people like equals is important, but making sure you include as many people as you possibly can. It is important to make sure you don’t leave anyone out intentionally.
24. Curiosity is a good thing
Being a leader, you have to try new things. Curiosity is important to keep you on your toes. It helps you grow.
25. Imagination is important
To be a leader, you need to have creativity and be able to make things differently. Being imaginative makes you think of differently around situations. It is helpful.
