How Do You Know If You’re a Good Leader?

Good leadership requires honest self-evaluation, not just confidence. Using Lincoln's private 'Meditation on the Divine Will' as a lens, the post argues that self-doubt and introspection are leadership disciplines, not weaknesses. Leaders are measured from three angles: how their boss, peers, and team experience them. Practical advice includes conducting informal 360 reviews, looking for patterns in feedback, and accepting ownership of perceptions regardless of intent. The core message: the strongest leaders are not the most certain, but the most committed to self-examination.