How To Become A Great Leader!

Use These Ideas To Become A Great Leader

I had been working in leadership positions for more than a decade now. I see so many times new managers being put into leadership positions with no prior experience and no training causing frustration, poor performance and chaos on production floor.

Leadership isn't something we are born with, it's something we learn and develop as we go along with our career and life experiences, unfortunately 70% of new managers fail to become inspirational leaders.

From my experience learning to be the good leader that people want is sometimes difficult. You need to know what qualities leaders have, and discipline yourself to do the right things. You need to know how to be a great leader, as well as why it is important.

Leaders can find the talent in their team. You should always surround yourselves with talented people who can help you meet your objectives. This strategy works if you are hiring people or contracting someone to do a small job.

If you lead, or manage, a group of people, let them know how much you appreciate them. It does not take long to write a note of thanks, but it might mean the world to someone who's working for you. And, the impact that they can have on morale - and by extension, productivity - can be dramatic.

Do not act in any manner that seems deceitful. If you wish for people to trust you when you're leading them, you have to make sure you follow through when you make a promise. When you promise great results, you must provide them.

The people beneath you judge you by your decisions. Who you fire, hire and promote affects your reputation. Opting to show favoritism instead of finding praise for all employees based on individual accomplishments can be detrimental.

I always tell new managers to listen to their employees. They can give you great tips and ideas for what to do. Let your team know what is expected and then listen to their suggestions.

Effective communication with the team is key in order to be a great leader. Try to make sure that you give your team the right information they need to do their tasks, especially deadlines. Keep checking to make sure projects stay on track.

A good leader will be able to clear their mind and focus on what's getting done. This pairing can be contradict one another. If you have something in your mind, you have to try and get it out in the open. Put it down on paper, then concentrate on the task at hand.

Leaders don't work alone. Many people will help to enhance the group. Bring together people to help bring ideas together and make decisions. Using this technique allows you to freely lead.

Trust what your instincts tell you. If you have attained a position of leadership, your instincts are probably right most of the time. You are going to find yourself making some mistakes. Rather than swelling your mistakes, learn what you can from them. Keep your mistakes in mind so you know what to avoid.

Don't allow favouritism to influence the workplace or other workers ideas. Show everyone the same amount of respect and interest. It is important to treat others the way you would like to be treated. Being fair is one of the best qualities of a great leader.

Don't let your mistakes get the best of you. Let your mistakes boost you by learning from them. Use the advice you've just been given. Leadership is about believing and acting in a way that you're confident in your abilities to teach and help.

And last advice from me is to surround yourself with people that push you to do better.

• No drama or negativity.
• Just higher goals and higher motivation.
• Good times and positive energy.
• No jealousy or hate.

Simply bringing out the absolute best in each other. I hope you can agree with my thoughts too...

Good luck, Modesta