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Evaluate Your Own Leadership Abilities With This One Question Would you be excited to work for someone like yourself?

By Mike Phillips

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In this video, Entrepreneur Network partner Mike Phillips talks about looking inward to determine your capacities as a leader.

Ask whether you would follow yourself. To answer this question truthfully, Phillips explains, you must have a sense of humility and a willingness to grow your business. Responding to this question with honesty and objectivity is key.

After, think about the the type of person you would be excited to follow. Phillips mentions most people are looking for someone who can create a consistent, positive outlook for a company, along with generation the passion and enthusiasm to motivate a team.

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Related: The Traits of a Great Leader

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Mike Phillips

Digital Executive, Motivational Speaker, and Leadership Coach

Michael "Mike" Phillips is a Digital Executive, Motivational Speaker, and Leadership Coach. He has more than 25 years in coaching and leadership. Mike hosts a weekly podcast for sales and leadership titled "The FRONT." One of Mike's driving purposes is to help YOU grow and go further in business and to develop the next generation of business leaders.

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