To be a Leader

Leaders - Many employees ?remembers you because you:

Pushed them

?Believed in them even when they didn't believe, and gave them confidence to grow

Were Kind

?Cared about them as a person and were there when they needed it

Asked for their help

?Valued their opinion and asked often for their input

Were their biggest cheerleader

?Celebrated their wins, recognized their effort, and praised them often?

Gave career-boosting feedback

?Were direct and never held back, but always delivered it with compassion

Inspired them with purpose

?Reminded them often why they do the work - the bigger mission

Let them soar

?Trusted and empowered them without micromanagement

Respected their quirks

?Saw their different style and way of thinking as huge advantages

Put them first

?Never held them back because of your own ambition

Had their back

?Defended them, didn't unfairly blame them, and looked for lessons - not mistakes

Supported their goals

?Asked about and actively supported their career goals

Were Good

?Embodied a leader they'd never regret following - someone with high integrity

Keep being that leader.

Employees will never forget you.