By Akan Patrick
It is common
knowledge that everybody
appreciates loyalty. So many friendships have been lost, and so many relationships severed due to lack of loyalty.
A lot of damage have been suffered by so many organizations because the people took lightly the importance of loyalty in carrying out their activities. The defaulters, when found out, are either
relieved of their positions, or demoted to a lower level of responsibility. It
is always devastating when someone you
take into confidence turns out to be a disappointment . Of all the virtues
a servant must possess, loyalty to his master will always be
regarded as the paramount quality to
look out for. The moment a person's
loyalty is in doubt, there is little
chance that the person will continue to be taken into confidence. Loyalty, when
given in full measure, will always be rewarded, giving the encouragement for
more. When you have people under your
authority, it is important that you earn their loyalty if you really want to
succeed in carrying out your responsibilities. In every organization, the
success of the leader is always tied to the kind of relationship he has with
his subordinates or followers. He has to be respected, and this respect has to
be deserved and earned. A good leader
does not try to force respect out of those below him. He must posses the kind of personality that
commands respect and attention.
Harry S. Truman says "A leader is a man who has the ability
to get other people to do what they don't want to do, and like it". People
cannot like what you get them to do if they are not willing to be loyal to you.
Loyalty can be earned through different means. A cruel disposition on the part
of the leader can compel followers to give their loyalty, even against their
will. A leader can also inspire loyalty by the way he relates with his
subordinates. This kind of loyalty is real. It comes from a sincere heart. A
leader does not only get people to get things done, he also helps them build
capacity and harness their potential . When the aim of leadership is to impact,
build and develop, followers will naturally
submit to authority.
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