What it means to be a leader of an idol group

When it was announced I was next leader for the group on stage, I was honestly really shocked. Personality wise I'm more of a follower than a leader and so I remember thinking "Am I really alright to have become leader?"

Being a leader is an important role for the group. My members and staff must have thought about it thoroughly. I remember feeling pressured from the role at first. I thought because the group had decided to give the role to me, I have to do well to answer their expectations. I tried my best to do what I could but I had no idea what I could work on at first.

All my members now and then all had (and has) a strong passion on being and becoming an idol so I didn't need to motivate them as much. 

I have learnt to "understand the whole picture" over time and that is basically my role of leader within in the group.

Understanding each and every member

Understanding the situation

Being fair

Thinking ahead

Not ignoring problems and feedback

Respecting others' opinions

They are some things I always keep in mind. Observing and understanding the members and situation so everything runs smoothly is the most important role I have.

I believe this idea runs throughout every successful leader. Having flexibility, care and the power to decide and understand. They are very important skills to have as a successful leader.

I am greatful I am able to communicate with various people since I am able to take in different opinions and learn from them. I would like to become a better ledaer by broadening my perspective, not only for myself but for the group and for the fans who come to watch us and for everyone to have a great time.

My role may be important but my group's growth is not because I tried hard as a leader. It is from the hardships of all the members. I am not there to pull the members up from the top but there to support them from the bottom. I feel very blessed since there are definitely times people disagree with what I say but my members understand me and the decisions I make. This is why I love working with them and overall always make me work harder for them.

From when I was young, I never liked being on top of others. So I still feel like I am more of a member like everyone else rather than calling myself a leader. Of course I still feel the responsibilities of being a leader and I still work as one but being a leader doesn't just mean standing out. Definitely doesn't mean controlling the group nor wanting the members to always agree with the decisions I make. It's about working together, communicating, understanding the problems and situation and ultimately deciding on what we should do. I really don't think I'm too different from the members.

I still don't know if I am doing well as a successful leader but I feel I am able to continue my role because of my members, staff and the support from the fans. Because I am in a promising environment, I am able to succeed. Thank you for always supporting and hope I can keep it up!