What makes a good leader? According to this article from YES! Magazine it's the gift of strengthening others. Also, "an empowering leader makes mistakes. If she doesn't, she's probably not experimenting enough. An empowering leader is also a good learner, an experienced and willing apologizer, someone who can make amends and move on." Starhawk, the author of "The Empowerment Manual: A Guide for Collaborative Groups" shares reflections on the various qualities that go to making good leaders, and offers up six practical guidelines for engaging, nurturing and affirming the best in the people we live and work with.
