Episode 196: "Interview Series - Nick McLean Of Nick McLean Real Estate Group Talks Leadership"

lead·er·ship /ˈlēdərˌSHip/ -the action of leading a group of people or an organization. Nick McLean, Founder and Owner of the Nick McLean Real Estate Group sits down with me to discuss what leadership means to him. What does leadership look like? Many times we think leadership is about perfection, drive, motivation, and discipline. Confusing actual leadership with some overwhelming concept that only few a have been chosen to undertake. Believing it is some unreachable phenomenon, that you must be born with. The reality is, it is something that is earned and must be maintained as your responsibilities increase. Now, that can sound like it is a lot of work and at times can be overwhelming or scary. But, not all leadership comes in the form of a motivational speech, a strong lecture, taking a bullet for the team, or appearing to be perfect or without flaws. Sometimes, leadership is about getting someone back on track, reminding them to get back to their routine and act “As-If” As-if, it were a normal day and you were going to the office. “Do that and you’ll get back on track, and be ready for the next move" Yes, leadership can absolutely come in the form of the most epic motivational speech you’ve ever heard, or showing your team that you can be strong during a tough time and be someone they can lean on. But, it doesn’t always require the strongest person, with the most accolades, and the loudest voice. Sometimes it is a simple nudge in the right direction or a small amount of responsibility to be placed on someone. Leaders aren’t born, they are created. And, if you want to… You can be a leader too.