6 attributes of a great leader
With all the great leaders in the world, one thing they all have in common is that they know they can’t do it alone. To be a great leader in any role you need to create greatness around you, people who may even go on to greater things than what you have done. If you can be proud, not envious, this is one of the many things that are inspirational to see in a leader.
There are so many things you need to be a great leader. Here are 6 important attributes:
The ability to listen – You don’t have to always speak. God gave us two ears and only one mouth for a great reason. We learn from asking and then listening to the answers. Only if we hear every word can we comprehend exactly the message behind the explanation.
Communicate – Learn to talk, share and explain exactly what you think, feel and want. So many people are scared to share in case they offend or hurt people’s feelings.
Feedback – Good or bad you have to be able to give it. Constructive feedback is the fastest way for people to learn. A pat on the back is the fastest way to gain respect on the fact that you can acknowledge a job well done.
Awareness – Knowing what is going on around you, stay aware so you know the good and the bad.
Time management – To get through what we must, we need to know what it is we have to do. So goals, lists, delegate, set time frames… these are all important things we need to conquer in our daily tasks. If we are leading by chasing our own tails, then so will our team.
Motivation – We need to connect with people. We need them to feel that we are speaking to them and to let them know how important they are to our business. Motivation is about the message, the action and the way it is presented. Great leaders get people excited about what is ahead and about results.
Leadership starts from the top. People are always watching, and it is a big responsibility to do it right as you are teaching along the way. Do your best to develop the future leaders of the world.
After being a small business owner for 25 years, I sold my business to concentrate on my true passion: people.
I want to help you find your WHY and your HOW, and to make the necessary changes to improve your business and personal life. Taking control of where you are, but more importantly where you want to be, is what it is all about.
You need to work out what is stopping you, and what changes need to be made or improved on, so you can move forward with gusto and determination. Go get the life you want, it's ready for you!
I’d love to hear from you. x TM.
