Succeeding as a Leader from “The Front of the Class: Learning to Lead,” Media Partners Corp., 1995 What is the key to succeeding as a leader? You only succeed when they do. What are the four ways to BE a leader? Be First * Set the pace © Set the standards * Set the mood Be Fair © Don’t play favorites © Give the credit © Take the heat Be Firm © State the facts © Agree on the problem + Explore for solutions + Explain the consequences Be Flexible + Assume the best * Make room far good ideas + Admit when you're wrong