How To Be A Good CEO
Leadership is
an important component of getting a small business up and running.
Leaders are responsible for organizing and inspiring a team of people to work
hard so the business can thrive. But how does one become an effective leader?
Here are the top 10 qualities of a great leader:
1. Effective
Communicator
Effective communication skills are the top
quality people look for in a leader. No matter how business savvy or
intelligent a leader is, if they cannot communicate, they cannot successfully
lead. Communication skills enable a leader to connect with employees, team
members, clients and especially customers to build and maintain professional
business relationships.
2. Trustworthy
Trust is at the core of respecting any
leader. Employees rely on their leadership for income and guidance, vendors
rely on leaders for continued business, and clients rely on leaders for a
product or service. If employees genuinely believe leaders within an
organization are honest, they know they can trust that the job at hand will be
carried out to the best of that leader’s abilities. Employees work harder for a
leader whom they trust, respect and believe in.
3. Ability
to See the Past, Present, and Future
A great leader needs more than an optimistic
outlook for the future of the company. A great leader needs to learn from what
happened in the past, adapt to how things are working in the present, and do
their best to predict how things will work in the future, all at the same time.
4. Actions
Speak Louder than Words
We can talk all day long about business
ethics, healthy business relationships, and positive work-place procedures, but
if those in leadership positions don't provide day-to-day examples of the
aforementioned practices, others within the organization won’t either.
The best method for encouraging employees to work harder and value their
positions more is to dive into their work with them. Show your employees you
practice what you preach and they will too.
5. Motivator
Leaders must provide employees a reason to
work harder and to their full potential. A leader is responsible for motivating
and inspiring their employees to get as excited as they do about the business.
Motivating employees can improve overall office morale and productivity.
For more information on improving morale and
motivation in the office, please see our article "Improving Morale and Motivation."
6. Consistent
Consistency makes a great leader easier to
follow. Employees don't want to fear their leader, wondering about erratic
reactions or day-to-day mood swings. Good leaders need to learn to have a
proper balance of mental, emotional, and physical characteristics so employees
have a chance to get to know, understand and adapt to the leadership style.
7. Take
Responsibility
Leaders delegate and give direction to each
employee. Therefore the work that is done by those employees is a reflection of
each leader’s leadership skills. Leaders must show employees their support and
accept an employee’s work as their own. It is out of the question for leaders
to not go to bat for their employees in the good times and then abandon them in
the bad times. Great leaders are responsible for their employees as long
as they are within the organization, and under their managerial wing. It
also goes without saying that if someone in a leadership position makes a poor
decision or makes a mistake, it is imperative they fess up and take responsibility
for their actions; never pass the mistake on to other employees or onto other
colleagues in leadership positions.
8. Organized
Great leaders know everything that is going
on in their business. They're able to discern what takes priority and delegate
who is responsible for what. Having the ability to know and understand
all of what’s going on in an organization allows each leader to approach
decisions about the company in a comprehensive manner, understanding how each
decision may impact each different portion of the company differently.
9. Relatable
to Employees
Leaders need to work with all employees. Get
to know who the employees are within the organization, how they work, what
motivates them and what is frustrating or upsetting to them. A leader in tune
with their employees can connect with them more easier and therefore create a
more effective professional relationship.
10. Listen to Employee Feedback
Ask your employees for suggestions, comments
and concerns and then be willing to genuinely listen to their answers. Great
leaders learn more about their employees and how their business is running when
they take the time to listen to those people vital to the success of your
business.
Adopting practices of being a good leader is
not only a good way to enhance one’s own working life, but it also makes for a
better business environment. Employees work harder for a leader they respect
and that they believe is making sound business decisions. Not to mention - a
positive work-place environment leads to more productivity and employee
satisfaction.
Referensi:
http://www.wbsonline.com/resources/top-10-qualities-of-a-great-leader/
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