How to Raise a True Leader: Why Sharing Success Matters

At CODDY, we frequently observe how crucial it is to teach children not only programming or game development skills but also how to collaborate effectively. One of the key skills we strive to instill in our students is the ability to be a genuine leader.

Many believe that a leader is someone who's always at the forefront, receiving all the awards and recognition. However, our experience working with children reveals something quite different. A true leader is someone who can recognize others' achievements and celebrate them.

Recently, during one of our game development courses, an interesting situation occurred. A group of students was working on a project, and one student, Mike, constantly tried to demonstrate that he came up with all the best ideas. This created tension within the team, and the project progressed slowly.

But when the instructor asked each student to talk about their teammates' contributions, the atmosphere shifted. Mike saw how many brilliant ideas other students had proposed. And when the team began acknowledging each other's merits, work proceeded much faster and more enjoyably.

1. Builds Trust
   
   When students know their contributions will be noticed and valued, they're more open to collaboration and new ideas.
   
   
2. Improves Results
   
   In an atmosphere of mutual respect, teams work more efficiently. Everyone feels like an important part of the collective effort.
   
   
3. Develops Confidence
   
   True confidence comes not from constant recognition but from the ability to see the team's successes as your own.

• We implement team projects where success depends on everyone's contribution
• We encourage students to acknowledge each other's achievements
• We teach them to recognize strengths in every team member
• We demonstrate how small victories add up to significant success

1. Notice others' successes and talk about them
2. Learn to listen to everyone's ideas in the team
3. Remember: collective success is more important than personal recognition
4. Share knowledge and help others grow

In today's technological world, it's easy to get caught up in personal achievements. But true leadership is the ability to create a team where everyone can reach their potential. As Harry Truman, the 33rd US President, said: "It is amazing what you can accomplish if you do not care who gets the credit."

At CODDY, we believe every child can become an excellent leader. The key is teaching them to value not only their own successes but also the achievements of others. After all, in the world of technology, as in life, the greatest victories are achieved as a team.