Leadership is certainly not for everyone. It requires in my opinion a passion to make things better and not to settle for the status quo. A leader is a change agent who sees potential in other people and is highly committed to bringing that talent out for everyone to see. This Forbes post covers the bases:
“Anyone can be a leader, whether it’s your official job title or not. Leadership is most often thought of in terms of title, but it’s also a mindset. If you view yourself as a leader, you’re already on the path to success. There are a few defining characteristics of leadership that will help you stand out and excel. These apply to leaders at all career stages – from the aspiring manager all the way up to the CEO. Good leadership is the same at all levels.”