The Starquest Leadership Model offers the following principles:

• It is infinitely more effective to influence one’s focus than to attempt to manage behavior.
• In order to consistently influence the mindset of others a leader must demonstrate a track record of being able to shift their own mindsets.
• An effective leader generates a compelling vision, mission, or intentions (focusing statements) that mobilizes aligned action.
• To the extent that a leader’s demonstrated behavior is consistent with their stated values is to the degree that trust is generated.
• An empowering leader creates a feedback rich environment inspiring employees to reinvent their relationships to mistakes.
• Effective leaders are able to effectively manage their mental and emotional states.
• A leader’s transparency (authenticity) is a fundamental ingredient in generating an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, and dialogue.
• Empowering leaders leverage their Unique Gifts in the service of others and are able to recognize and utilize the gifts of others to fulfill their vision.