Business Leadership

Keys to Leadership

There are a number of traits that strong leaders in business demonstrate in their organization. Here are a few keys that a strong leader will show:

·       Trust and Credibility

If employees trust management they will follow the leaders. As trust develops so does credibility of direction and this leads to team building needed to facilitate success. Other facets of a good leader that enhance trust are honesty and integrity.

·       Vision clarity

Leaders near to share the vision to be achieved but the objectives to be achieved must be clearly expressed. When an organization’s vision is shared employees are more secure. Great leaders are also good listeners so they understand what employees are saying about their understanding of the vision.

·       Coaching and communication skills

Successful leaders have great interpersonal skills that they demonstrate by daily interaction with employees. Interfacing with employees, coaching, teaching, listening and supporting are all facets demonstrated by strong leaders. These attributes are needed to help employees develop and reach their optimum level of contribution and growth.

·       Decide and accept accountability

Strong leaders can examine facts and make decisions that fit the vision. Quick decisions are not always needed; the best approach ensures appropriate time is taken to examine all facets of the decision to ensure both immediate and longer term effects are measured. Once factors are evaluated a confident decision can be communicated to the team.

These are some of the core values that strong leadership will demonstrate and that are needed to enjoy the confidence of employees throughout the organization.

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Gerry@polarisgroupmc.com