Being a good follower means that you have developed the capacity to be directed and guided by and individual or a collective. It means that you are motivated and highly disciplined in carrying out your responsibilities to completion. Good followers are reliable and dependable people, whom leadership can count on in the clutch. I am talking about assertive, critical thinkers, who will allow their talents to be utilized, but who will refuse to be used and abused by leadership. One learns the art and science of effective leadership by being a consistent and committed follower.
Effective leadership provides stimulation, inspiration, and information.
These qualities are essential for motivating people to take action. Keys to Motivate People to Action Lead with high energy and boundless enthusiasm. Give people a sense of purpose and direction. Plan for success. Nothing succeeds in motivating people more than being successful.