What is a Leader's Most Important Role?

My immediate response to this question is to effectively lead the team by delegating, following up and ensuring we are fulfilling our responsibilities.   I would add to implement the vision and steer the team in the right direction.

Patrick Lencioni answers this question by indicating  the leader's most important role is to build a healthy organization or team.

I agree with Patrick' definition of no politics and no confusion.   There is a saying we like to use:   "Check your drama, ego and attitude at the door.  Focus on the task at hand."

The four disciplines effective leaders use to build a healthy organization are:

     1.  Build a cohesive leadership team
     2.  Create clarity
     3.  Over-communicate clarity
     4.  Reinforce clarity

We have done a good job with #1 and #2, however, at first glance #3 and #4 seem redundant.   Once you look at this closer, you realize it points to the root of most challenges:  communication.   

Clear, concise and consistent communication is the focus of effective leaders.   Remember to simply the message so everyone can embrace it.

How are you building your healthy organization and team as your leadership role?

For more on Patrick' article go to:

http://network.chick-fil-aleadercast.com/content/#!/the-leaders-most-important-role/