How do you build a team that can take on challenging projects and achieves success?

You.

Of course, a team that accomplishes challenging projects is remarkable, but every great team needs a great leader.

John Maxwell writes, "The single biggest way to impact an organization is to focus on leadership development. There is almost no limit to the potential of an organization that recruits good people, raises them up as leaders and continually develops them."

And what does leadership development look like:

1. Strong decision-making
2. Balancing the needs of all stakeholders
3. Clear communication
4. Empowering colleagues
5. Embodying company culture

While those five items are essential to leadership development, your number one focus must be understanding what leadership is not -- being in charge.