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Leadership Wired
John Maxwell

Five questions to ask when forming your inner circle:

Questions to Ask of Candidates for Your Inner Circle:
1- Do they display exemplary character in everything they do?
2 -Do they bring complementary gifts to the table?
3 - Do they hold a strategic position and have influence within the organization?
4 -Do they add value to the organization and to the leader?
5 -Do they positively impact other members of the inner circle?

Traps to Avoid when Staffing Your Inner Circle:
1 -Soliciting praise instead of candor.
2- Driving away talent so that your power isn't threatened.

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This posting was made my Jim Jacobs, President & CEO of Jacobs Executive Advisors. Jim also serves as Leader of Jacobs Advisors' Insurance Practice.