The content of this podcast is based on an article series on good leadership, written by Per Winblad, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Motivation.se. The article series, entitled "Tidlösa Principer för Gott Ledarskap" ("Timeless Principles for Good Leadership"), explores the qualities of a good leader, using King Solomon's proverbs as inspiration.

This episode discusses the importance of inspiring visions for good leadership. It emphasizes how a common vision, anchored in shared values, creates energy and direction within an organization. The article highlights the process of formulating and realizing visions, from the mental creation to concrete action, and emphasizes the role of the leader in communication and participation. Finally, concrete steps are presented for leaders to become more visionary and successful.

Timeless Principles of Good Leadership: A Deep Dive Part 3: Good leaders create a common vision

Introduction: The Meaning of Vision

This part of the article series picks up where the last left off and focuses on the importance of inspiring visions for good leadership, in addition to the guiding values ​​discussed earlier. Visions serve as a guiding light and give meaning to the work towards a sustainable future.

Common Vision for the Organization's Development

Good leaders create a common vision that coordinates and directs the organization's energy towards common goals. Through communication and participation, an inspiring overall picture of opportunities is created that engages both employees, suppliers, customers and the public.

Important Questions to Define the Vision

The article asks three important questions to define the vision: What world do we want to help create? Who do we want to be in our market? What do we want to be known for in our contexts? Answering these questions provides a deeper connection to meaningfulness and connection to reality.

Personal Vision and Life Philosophy

The personal vision of the leader is of great importance and spans the entire lifespan, including family, health, work and leisure. The creative ability to imagine a positive future and see possibilities in oneself and others is central.

Mental and Material Creation

Everything is created twice: first mentally in the form of dreams, hopes, goals and plans, and then materially in external reality. The vision acts as a blueprint for the future you want to build.

The vision as driving force

The shaping of visions gives drive and meaning to life. An inspiring vision, based on guiding values, makes us feel that our life has a purpose and influences our thoughts, actions and priorities.

Evaluation and Perspective

It is important to regularly evaluate plans and progress. A good leader helps his group gain perspective on what works well and what needs to be developed to achieve the vision.

Patience and Determination

Achieving aspirational goals takes time. A clear vision and strong determination help focus energy and stay the course. Counselors and the support of others are essential to success.

Anchoring and Shared Values

A credible vision that is anchored in the organization's shared values, needs, interests and dreams creates security and promotes cooperation. Individual strengths are seen as resources for the group's development.

Culture, Concept and Keywords

Creating a culture that is guided by visions and values ​​takes time and requires commitment. Simplicity, participation, communication and repetition are keywords for implementing the vision.

Action plans and Measurable Goals

The leader is responsible for showing how the vision can be realized by focusing on common, measurable and follow-up goals. These goals are then linked to individual action plans.

Conclusion: Becoming a Wiser Leader

The article ends with five concrete tips to become a wiser leader: Let your actions and your time be guided by an inspiring vision; communicate and create participation around the vision; document and make the vision visible; focus on the vision and translate it into practical action; live as you teach.

Source: Excerpts from "Tidlösa Principer för Gott Ledarskap - Article series | Motivation.se - Motivation.se" by Per Winblad