Was wanting to be a leader something you envisioned for yourself?

The best leaders don’t necessarily seek leadership. They seek to make a difference. They are committed to fostering growth on their team and building capacity in others. Their motive to earn a title is service, not increased power, recognition, financial gain, or using organizational politics to further personal agendas.

We must stop using promotions as the only path to getting a raise. Let’s be sure we pay people on the value they bring, not on the position they hold.

It’s crucial to examine motives for seeking leadership and uncover them before you promote anyone. The reasons for wanting to be a leader will tell you a great deal about the person you are planning to promote. The most impactful leaders are those who are motivated by a sense of purpose and a genuine desire to contribute to something larger than themselves.