Writing recently on LinkedIn, Dr. Travis Bradberry from TalentSmart identified nine habits found in leaders who are influential. They include:1. They think for themselves - They form their opinions carefully using facts rather fads, what's trending or what's most popular.
2. They graciously interrupt - They regularly ask "Why?" and "Why not?"
3. They inspire conversation - They challenge others to explore new ideas and to think differently.
4. They leverage their networks - They add value to others by providing advice and know-how.
5. They focus only on what matters - They hone-in on the important and ignore the trivial.
6. They welcome disagreement - They are more about the end result rather than being right.
7. They are proactive - They don't wait, they anticipate and act.
8. They respond rather than react - They respond with a result in mind rather than being driven by emotion.
9. They believe - They believe in themselves and in the power of other people.
