A leader is someone who inspires passion and motivation in followers. Not everyone is a natural-born leader. Every leader has their own style, but there are certain characteristics all great leaders share.  To be a successful leader following are the hallmarks:

1. Be a good listener

2. Be open to new ideas.

3. Develop your followers

4. Connect with your team members.

5. Set clear goals and expectations

6. Encourage personal and professional growth.

7. Give direct feedback about performance.

8. Keep a positive attitude

9. Learn how to handle failure