If you desire to rise above average in any endeavor, you have to be willing to be disciplined. All the talent in the world won't matter in the long run if you can't manage it properly in the short run. The following is a list of disciplines that highly effective leaders possess. Effective leaders . . . Spend Their Time Wisely.
Effective leaders know where their time goes.
Judge Themselves by the Bottom Line. Effective leaders are results-oriented. Sixty-six percent said specific work accomplishments and performance were the most important factors. Develop Their Strengths. There's nothing wrong with trying to remedy your weaknesses, but if you don't continually grow in the areas where you are gifted, you won't realize your potential.