Leadership is the act of influencing people to achieve a result. The leadership environment is made up of critical elements that a successful leader must consider in planning for effective action. Those critical elements are:
The leader, who is ultimately responsible for all action and results.
Those who you are responsible for.
Comprised of the many unique variables that influence a leader’s decision such as objectives, conditions, resources available, organizational influences, and others affected by the action.
The short- and long-term effects of your actions.
Leaders constantly assess the elements of the leadership environment and adapt accordingly. Successful leaders understand the interplay of these variables and demonstrate flexibility in selecting appropriate leadership tools and techniques as situations change.