The Agile Leader: Leveraging the Power of Influence

4…The Agile Leader

The agile leader exists in a different dimension than traditional management. It is not a position but a state of mind. Agile leaders do not create any hierarchy or have any given power. Their power grows by the value of their service to the organization. Agile leaders are able to inspire others, can create and communicate an appealing vision or a higher purpose that motivates the organization, and are constantly looking for better ways of working through feedback. Agile leaders need to be inclusive and to support others on their leadership journey. They need to be open to new ideas, experiments, and innovations. They need to support creativity and be able to cultivate the right mindset and a culture of collaboration. An agile ...