Leadership is Action Not a Position

We've all had a bad boss at some point in our lives. But how many of us have had the good fortune to work under a genuinely exceptional boss? Even if you do, they are uncommon. Still, there are some characteristics that excellent bosses appear to possess, so whether you're attempting to be the greatest manager possible or seeking for a leader, these are the characteristics to keep in mind.

“ Leadership is not a position or a title, it is action and example.” – Cory Booker

What makes a great boss?

Inspiration. They are motivating. They pull the best out of their staff. They don't micromanage anything. They foster a good working atmosphere and provide individuals with wings to fly.

Integrity. It's one thing to excite employees with a stirring speech; it's quite another to persuade them to trust them. Great bosses can be relied on. They are responsible. They demand everyone, especially themselves, to accept responsibility for their actions.

Humility. Great leaders do not surround themselves with "yes people" or require their ego to be massaged on a regular basis. They are always looking for ways to help and serve others.

Empathy. Leaders that exhibit this attribute are concerned not just with the bottom line, but also with the people who are accountable for it. They are aware of their followers' requirements.

Decision-Making. They make excellent decisions. They embrace honest input and are not scared to seek out opposing viewpoints since their primary goal is to do what is best for everyone.

Support. They make investments in people. Such supervisors encourage their staff to grow and develop. They advocate for and create chances for employees to realize their full potential.

Humor. Running a business is no laughing matter, but a great boss must be able to recognize the comedy in situations. They are powerful but light-hearted. They don't take themselves too seriously and make their colleagues feel comfortable, even in stressful times. They have a fantastic sense of humor.

Appreciation. They value their staff. People are their passion. They make everyone with whom they come into touch feel important. When employees have a supervisor that genuinely cares about them, they are ready to go above and beyond to achieve a good conclusion.

A good boss is better than a good company. A good boss would discipline you, train you, develop you.”? - Jack Ma

You might become ill as a result of a terrible boss. According to studies, having a poor boss increases a worker's risk of having a heart attack by up to 60%. High levels of stress are directly connected to atherosclerosis, a condition of the arteries that leads to heart disease. What was it about a lousy boss that made people more likely to get heart disease? The tension and worry brought on by unrealistic goals, a lack of support, unjust practices, and threats of punishment.

Employee engagement is at an all-time low due to an abundance of terrible managers in the workplace. Leaders that are self-serving may be both harmful and ineffectual. Employees aspire to have good leaders. According to a recent research, 56 percent of employees would pass down a 10% increase to stay with a fantastic boss. Most firms do not presently consider or promote outstanding managers as a benefit to potential workers, although this is the best incentive for retaining strong staff. All the money and perks in the world will not be enough to keep good employees if they work for a terrible boss who makes their time at work unpleasant.