What kind of leader are you?
Leadership is a gift. It's not easy. It's not a popularity contest. It's about setting up your team for success.
Sometimes as leaders we get lost. Meetings, emails, approvals and pressure and we lose sight of what is important - taking people on the journey.
We've all worked for good leaders and not great leaders and therefore know what good leadership is ...I think I've learnt the most from the bad leaders that I've worked with.
Three key considerations for leadership;
Lead from the heart
Consistency is key
Understand your why
Leadership evolves over time. Everyone has their own style and styles are adapted for different people but leaders that lead from the heart is critical to success.
Leading from the heart is not weak but connecting with people and driving and pulling people with a clear vision. A leader that takes this approach will get a better outcome than a stick approach.
Consistency is critical. Having a consistent style and consider how this impacts your team etc. Have you ever worked for a leader who was chaotic and you didn't know what you would get on each and every day? It creates an unproductive and toxic work environment.
Everyone has become a leader for their own reason. Know your why. Be deliberate in understanding the why and deliberate driving the outcome you want. Being passionate and deliberate will drive the best outcome for your team.
At Whiteark we are passionate about leadership and working with leadership teams to get the best out of their people. Reach out to us for a no obligation conversation and advice around managing talent.
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Article by Jo Hands, Co-Founder Whiteark
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