Become great followers

Until now, we have focused more on the leadrs. There has been much education on leadership but the complaints on organizations and leaders do not easily disappear in reality. But leaders alone cannot create the ideal organization. Great followers are necessary for successful organizations. What is the role of followers and the meaning of followership that supports leadership?

Until now, we have only focused on leaders. If, however, the followers do not properly play their roles, the leadership becomes meaningless. Leaders were once followers and most of the leaders possess both aspects of a leader and a follower, playing both roles at the same time. How can one become a great follower and what is the role of followers?