Chapter 4The Energizing Leader

Of all of the leaders we will discuss in this book, Energizing leaders have the easiest time generating enthusiasm for an idea. They have a contagious sense of optimism that engages people, and they help the group build an invaluable network of connections. We’ll elaborate on the value of the Energizing leader in Chapter 12, but in this chapter we want to dig a little deeper to understand what is going on behind all of that energy. More specifically, we want to help Energizing leaders understand some of the unobservable psychological mechanisms that can hold them back.

If you’re an Energizing leader, you’re probably outgoing and sociable. People readily pick up on your enthusiasm, and you’re rarely at a loss for ...

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