Lead through responsibility

LEADERSHIP IS NOT IN DESIGNATION IT IS IN RESPONSIBILITY

In today's world, leadership is often misunderstood as a title, a position, or a symbol of authority. Many believe that occupying a titled role automatically makes them a leader. However, true leadership is not about the title attached to your name, or the position you occupy, it is about the responsibility you carry and perform toward others.

Leadership is action, not position. A manager can command, but a leader inspires; a supervisor can enforce rules, but a leader cultivates trust. Mahatma Gandhi, Nelson Mandela, Martin Luther King Jr. and many other unsung heroes in our everyday life did not need titles to drive change, or make positive imapcts. They led through influence, empathy, and action. Leadership is about stepping up when needed, irrespective of position, designation or rank.

A true leader prioritises taking responsibility over exercising authority, he understands that with influence comes accountability, that it is not about wielding power but about serving others, guiding teams through situations, making tough decisions, and owning the outcomes of their decisions, either good or bad. A leader that is not ready to take up the responsibility of leading is merely a figurehead.

Leadership is a choice, and anyone can be a leader, regardless of their position,  age, or status. Leadership is a mindset, one that prioritizes growth, integrity, and the well-being of others. Titles may grant authority, but respect is earned through responsibility. Real leadership is not about being in charge, it is about taking care of those in your charge. Leadership is not about the chair you sit on, it is about the lives you lift up, the people you positively impact, and the difference you are making.

To a better you, Kamikun John.