This is Kelly Orchard’s Apple A Day. Sixty Seconds on wisdom, success and personal growth.  

When I was studying organizational leadership I learned many different ‘theories’ on leadership. I was intrigued by how many theories there can be! There is the “Great Man Theory”, “Trait Theory”, “Behavioral Theory”, “Contingency Theory”, “Transactional”, “Transformational”, then there is “Top Down”, or “Bottom Up”, or “Walking Around”. But one of the most important theories of all for great leadership is to lead by commitment! That is something that will never change or go out of style. 

There is nothing more worthy of following a leader when they are committed to the path. Great leaders stay committed to their mission, their team, their cause and remain grounded in their purpose. 

Rules and regulations may change, but a leader is always committed to the relationship they have with those who follow them. 

Remain committed wherever and whomever you may lead!

This has been Kelly Orchard’s Apple A Day… Now, go out and be fruitful!

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