AmiSight 11/13: The Quiet Truth About What Makes a Leader Strong

“Weak leaders insist that they're the best. They seek attention to feed their egos and measure success by how many followers they attract. Strong leaders ask how they can get better. They seek feedback to fuel their growth, and gauge success by how many lives they improve.” — Adam Grant

This is a much-needed reality check: real leadership isn’t about being the loudest person in the room or collecting the most followers. We’ve all met people who cling to their titles or constantly try to prove they’re the best. They chase attention because it fills a gap — not because it creates any real value. And while that kind of leadership might look confident from the outside, it’s usually built on insecurity. The moment the applause fades, so does their sense of worth.

Strong leaders move differently. They’re not obsessed with being admired — they’re committed to getting better. They ask questions, they welcome feedback, and they genuinely want to grow. And the most telling part? They measure their success by the people around them: the teammates who feel supported, the employees who feel seen, the lives they quietly make better. Their impact doesn’t come from a spotlight; it comes from showing up, staying humble, and leading in a way that lifts others along the way.