Leaders are admired for their intelligence, knowledge, experience and ability to make tough decisions under difficult circumstances, but none of them leave a lasting imprint on those they lead. They’re not remembered for their achievements or the outcomes they achieved, but for the way they shaped culture, influenced others and how they paved the way for others to succeed.

Leadership is more than a role and a title. It‘s more than the short-term victories, inspiring speeches or the success stories. True leadership involves lifting others up in a way that outlives your presence — by inspiring confidence, fostering growth and leaving behind a stronger, more capable team.

“The most significant contributions leaders make are not to today’s bottom line but to the long-term development of individuals and institutions that adapt, prosper, and grow.”
— James M. Kouzes & Barry Z. Posner

True leadership is one that resonates and endures well into the future. Here are the 5 leadership practices that truly leave a mark.

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