. Integrity.
C.S. Lewis said:
“Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.
Without integrity, no real success if possible. You can’t expect your followers to be
honest when you lack integrity yourself. An honest leader succeeds when they stick to
their word, live by their core values, lead by example, and follow-through.
Integrity is the cornerstone of all other leadership qualities.
There are many things to look for in people with integrity, including:
Apologizing for mistakes
Highlighting the work of their employees and downplaying their own
contributions
Giving the benefit of the doubt when circumstances are unclear
Being appreciative of people’s time