Monday, March 31, 2014
WHAT REAL LEADERS DO THAT MANAGERS ONLY THINK ABOUT - Part 1
The biggest
thing holding back organisations, departments and individuals is a lack of
leadership. Therefore, the good news is that the opposite is also true!
As conference speakers and trainers we at EffectiveCommunication.com.au are continually asked by people, “What are the traits that make a great leader?”
The following is a short list of what it takes to be a great leader. More positive points will be shared in ‘Part 2’.
1. Leaders realise their number one job is not to lead others but to create other leaders
How many times have we watched a terrific organisation fall apart when the leader retires or exits their position?
Unfortunately, it happens far too much and it’s due to “ego-leadership.” It’s where the leader wants to be the one in charge and does little to ensure there are others capable of stepping up and leading.
2. Leaders know their results are measured not by what happens when they’re present, but by what happens when they’re not present
The organisation that falls apart the moment the leader is not present is indicative of one being led not by a leader, but by a manager.
3. Leaders know it’s not what they do that matters, but what their people do that matters
They know their own limits and realise the real power of an organisation is when everyone is contributing and focused.
4. Leaders know their ability to lead is based on their ability to listen
What value are others if they can’t contribute? Who is capable of knowing everything there is to know?
Leaders seek out others both within their organisation and outside their organisation to gain input and advice.
5. Leaders know their job is to be focused on people, not on processes
Leaders know processes are important, but it’s far more important for their people to know the processes. Leaders are willing to spend the time to develop their people.
All the best with your leadership!
As conference speakers and trainers we at EffectiveCommunication.com.au are continually asked by people, “What are the traits that make a great leader?”
The following is a short list of what it takes to be a great leader. More positive points will be shared in ‘Part 2’.
1. Leaders realise their number one job is not to lead others but to create other leaders
How many times have we watched a terrific organisation fall apart when the leader retires or exits their position?
Unfortunately, it happens far too much and it’s due to “ego-leadership.” It’s where the leader wants to be the one in charge and does little to ensure there are others capable of stepping up and leading.
2. Leaders know their results are measured not by what happens when they’re present, but by what happens when they’re not present
The organisation that falls apart the moment the leader is not present is indicative of one being led not by a leader, but by a manager.
3. Leaders know it’s not what they do that matters, but what their people do that matters
They know their own limits and realise the real power of an organisation is when everyone is contributing and focused.
4. Leaders know their ability to lead is based on their ability to listen
What value are others if they can’t contribute? Who is capable of knowing everything there is to know?
Leaders seek out others both within their organisation and outside their organisation to gain input and advice.
5. Leaders know their job is to be focused on people, not on processes
Leaders know processes are important, but it’s far more important for their people to know the processes. Leaders are willing to spend the time to develop their people.
All the best with your leadership!
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