What important traits must a leader have?

“Trust, which is earned through integrity, honesty, good judgment and empathy.” ~Damian McDonald, Cold Spring

“Compassion, empathy, kindness and resolve. Also, understanding it’s more about the good of those you lead than self-betterment.” ~Melanie Leonard, Beacon

“They lead from the front, get their hands dirty, work with people — while showing compassion, courage and confidence.” ~Rocky Skrelja, Beacon

Behind The Story

Type: News

News: Based on facts, either observed and verified directly by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources.

Michael Turton has been a reporter with The Current since its founding, after working in the same capacity at the Putnam County News & Recorder. Turton spent 20 years as community relations supervisor for the Essex Region Conservation Authority in Ontario before his move in 1998 to Philipstown, where he handled similar duties at Glynwood Farm and The Hastings Center. The Cold Spring resident holds degrees in environmental studies from the University of Waterloo, in education from the University of Windsor and in communication arts from St. Clair College.