How Do People Perceive You as a Leader?

January 29, 2025•1 min read

Whether you’re leading a small team, building a brokerage, or simply looking to expand your influence, how others perceive you matters. One of my favorite business coaches shared a powerful framework that illustrates how influence develops—and it’s been a valuable guide for leadership growth.

Here’s what I’ve learned: We can’t control how people see us, but we can intentionally guide them through the stages of influence as we grow our world—and theirs. Leadership isn’t about a title; it’s about trust, impact, and the ability to help others succeed.

Take a moment to reflect—where do you currently stand in your leadership journey? And what steps can you take to increase your influence in a meaningful way? The more intentional we are, the more effective we become in leading and inspiring those around us.

Seth Dailey

Seth is the Co-Founder of both The Dailey Group and Keller Williams Gateway in Baltimore, Maryland. He serves as the Operating Principal for the brokerage and as the team leader for The Dailey Group, which consistently helps over 150 families a year. Seth, a Montana native, is passionate about empowering leaders and teaching people to make smart financial moves. Prior to real estate, Seth held his CPA designation and worked as a mortgage lender before joining forces with his wife of 20 years, Alyce. Seth can usually be found at the nearest coffee shop with a personal growth book in hand while scribbling down his next great idea on the back of a napkin.

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