Once defined, organizations must embrace those shared values in their operations and in their policies and programs. Shared values can be a lynch pin for effective communications. Leaders are honest. Without it, a leader remains out of the game. Honesty is closely related to integrity and being trustworthy.
Leaders provide vision.
Sometimes vision is shown by being innovative or creative in finding new ways of doing things. In all cases a leader must articulate his or her goals in visionary terms, providing a clear and unique path forward. Leaders must show that they care, through both words and actions. Leaders must be open to opposing viewpoints and be willing to listen. Followers must believe that the leader has their best interests at heart.