In a previous post, we talked about Genghis Khan and some of his philosophies on leadership, which ultimately led to him conquering half the world, literally!
Today, we are going to discuss about the 2nd and last part to this legendary leader of all times.
The few points listed below are more of internal factors compared to the more external ones listed in the previous post; which i think are what leaders should be more focused on. Anyway, being able to move up towards a leadership role means you more or less have the external factors covered, makes sense?
Having a greater purpose / calling
Genghis Khan had a vision of "Unity under One Empire" - as I call it. Not only for his personal ambitions or goals but for a greater good which he believed in. He also kept his triumphs to a certain degree of moderation; you know as you have more, you want more and you tend to lust after the luxuries more. He understood that chasing after these would make one no more than a slave and eventually, you will lose everything.
Be Humble
We have all heard the saying before; the higher you climb, the taller your pride, the harder you might fall. Genghis Khan frequently said "IF you can't swallow your pride, you can't lead"
Have a vision that would change the world, yet do it over time
Your people look to you, the leader to lead them; to bring everyone forward with a goal; and a vision of where the goals would ultimately bring them. It is no longer about yourself, it is about everyone onboard with you. It is the purpose of the unity of the people.
Genghis Khan also recognises that the changes he wants to bring about needs to take time; as the saying goes "Rome was not built overnight". As goals are met; the vision should still remain in sight, regardless of how long or what changes there might be to along the journey.