Leadership… that’s a loaded word.
In order to be a great leader, one has to learn to be a good follower.
Jesus said it this way, “If anyone would be first, he must be last of all and servant of all.” (Mark 9:35)
He also said this, “A disciple is not above his teacher, but everyone who is fully trained will be like his teacher.” (Luke 6:40)
This is the great paradox of leadership. If you are to be great, you must first know what it means to be able to follow.
When we follow well, we learn a few things along the way. We learn humility. We learn how to remain teachable. We learn the power of “team”. We learn our own limitations and weaknesses. We learn that “us” is always greater than “I”. We have a front row seat of what not to do. We have an opportunity to see what to do.
If no one is willing to follow you, you’re not a leader.
Where you are right now, seek to be a good support, serve them well. Seek to make yourself indispensable to the people around you. Follow well. Your time will come when there is an opportunity to take the lead and people will WANT to follow you.