Are you wondering what the attributes of effective education leaders are? Check out our list.

A leader is someone who…

1. Views the big picture
   2. Behaves strategically
   3. Centers on the future
   4. Creates the vision
   5. Demonstrates a strong business acumen
   6. Creates the direction
   7. Works for continuous improvement
   8. Views a cross-functional, cross-organizational view
   9. Behaves critically
   10. Centers on the customer
   11. Possesses strong interpersonal skills
   12. Talks with transparency
   13. Shows clear messages
   14. Expresses in an impactful way
   15. Provides effective speaking presentations
   16. Provides open, honest, and direct feedback
   17. Hears to understand
   18. Raises the correct questions at the right time
   19. Disrupts complex information into simple terms
   20. Cooperates comfortably with people at all levels
   21. Remains positive and constructive during difficult conversations
   22. Discovers middle ground and a path forward
   23. Oversees crises and conflict with ease
   24. Moves above and beyond
   25. Centers on results
   26. Loves to succeed
   27. Leads results
   28. Things get done
   29. Remains goal-oriented and solution-focused
   30. Shows decisiveness
   31. Is decisive in times of ambiguity
   32. Achieves difficult tasks despite obstacles
   33. Oozes energy and determination
   34. Advocates for what she or he believes in
   35. Exemplifies a positive attitude
   36. PossessesPossesses tenacity and curiosity
   37. Works to accomplish what they commit to doing
   38. Assumes ownership
   39. Assumes charge and assumes responsibility
   40. Creates high standards
   41. Possesses excellent organizational and execution skills
   42. Facilitates course corrects when needed
   43. Assumes risks
   44. Fearless
   45. Oozes passion, honesty, and dependability
   46. Gains trust
   47. Cooperates
   48. Works with integrity and fairness
   49. Possesses a thirst for learning
   50. Passes on know-how
   51. Demonstrates empathy
   52. Supportive and caring
   53. Remains calm in difficult situations
   54. Possesses leadership presence
   55. Leaders by example
   56. Works as a role model
   57. Wins the respect of people at all levels of the organization
   58. Advocates up for what they believe in
   59. An influencer
   60. Motivates and empowers others
   61. Inspires others during times of uncertainty
   62. Impacts without authority
   63. Manages across functions to get the job done
   64. Operates up, down, and across
   65. Connects differing points of view
   66. Creates teams and fosters teamwork
   67. Encourages a sense of community
   68. Adjusts their message to the environment
   69. Motivates  people to achieve a common goal
   70. Makes a shared sense of purpose
   71. Connects  work to the organization’s goals to inspire action
   72. Inspires people and aligns them around team goals
   73. Guarantees team spirit is upbeat
   74. Creates collaborative teams and guides them to execute big projects
   75. Encourages people to act and move toward goals
   76. Delegates
   77. Creates clear expectations
   78. Lets others do their jobs without micromanaging
   79. Allows others to be successful
   80. Takes away obstacles from a team’s path
   81. Provides positive and constructive feedback
   82. Enables people to learn from mistakes
   83. Grows strong talent
   84. Coaches and develops people
   85. Encourages others
   86. Gives people the tools and autonomy to get things done
   87. Behaves as a strong advocate for those they manage and mentor
   88.  Gives credit where it is due
   89. Honors others’ achievements
   90. Praises  good performance
   91. Allows opportunities for visibility
   92. Directs successes to those who contributed
   93. Creates up team members and helps them grow
   94. Comprehends the motivations of others to inspire them in their work
   95. Recognizes and utilizes others’ strengths
   96. Urges others to do their best
   97. Worries about the well-being of the team
   98. Loves seeing others succeed
   99. Brings out the best in people
   100. Helps others be successful