In The Soul of Leadership, Deepak Chopra lists the steps he feels it takes to become a great leader:

L – Listen and look: Observe without judgement. Use your senses and your heart.

E – Emotional connection: Recognize your emotions. Develop insight into your needs.

A – Awareness: Who are you? What do you want? Inspire others to ask themselves, too.

D – Do: Take responsibility for promises you have made. Offer others the right example.

E – Empowerment: Be open to feedback, but don’t let compliments or criticism rule you.

R – Responsibility: Take responsible risks. Live according to your values.

S – Synchronicity: Create prosperity and foster the support of universal consciousness.