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“Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things.”
-Peter Drucker
Creativity
As a good leader is someone the team could look up to for answers or solutions, it is up to you to think outside the box when any issues arise.
You could also gather the team and start brainstorming ideas to build upon some of your ideas. When you get your employees involved in a decision or an idea, they often the importance of their existence in the company. They feel respected and wanted and at times, even looking forward to work!
Inspire
Another quality that defines a good leader is being inspiring. Being able to inspire your team is great for focusing on the company’s vision and goals, but it is also important for the team during their current projects.
When your team are drowning in workload or their morale is low, you as a leader need to be inspiring and start finding ways to inspire your team. It is your job to keep spirits up, and that begins with an appreciation for the hard work that they have put in. Start off by giving words of encouragement once in a while.
Empathy
Having empathy as a leader goes a long way. Empathy is the ability to understand or feel what other people are experiencing. In other words, they put themselves in other people’s shoe. Extraordinary leaders praise in public and address problems in private.
At times, leaders need to look after their team‘s feelings. The best leaders guide employees through challenges and are always on the lookout for a solution. Instead of making things personal when they encounter problems, or assigning blame to individuals, good leaders look for constructive solutions and focus on moving forward.
Accountability
A good leader takes responsibility for everyone’s performance as well as their own. When things are going well, they praise. However when problems arise, they identify them quickly, seek solutions, and get the team back on track.
“With great power comes great responsibility”
– Anonymous
Enthusiastic
A good leader is enthusiastic about their work or cause and also about their role as leader. People will respond more openly to a person of passion and dedication. Leaders need to be able to be a source of inspiration, and be a motivator towards the required action or cause.
Although the responsibilities and roles of a leader may be different, the leader needs to be seen to be part of the team working towards the goal. This kind of leader will not be afraid to roll up their sleeves and get dirty.
Focus and Driven
A good leader is generally focused and they are able to think rationally. Not only does a good leader view a situation as a whole, but is able to narrow down the cause as well as find the solution to the problem.
Leaders should also be self-driven to work harder in wanting to achieve better results for the company. They are the driving force in the team and also someone the team could look up to and encourage the rest to work together.
“People ask the difference between a leader and a boss. The leader leads, and the boss drives.”
-Theodore Roosevelt
Responsible
The last quality that defines a good leader is being responsible. Great leaders know that when it comes to their company or workplace, they need to take personal responsibility for failure. A good leader does not make excuses; they take the blame regardless and then work out how to fix the problem as soon as possible.
In Summary
To recap, the qualities of a good leader are;
Honesty
Delegate
Communication
Confidence
Commitment
Positive Attitude
Creativity
Inspire
Empathy
Accountability
Enthusiastic
Focus and Driven
Responsible
These qualities are the foundation of a good leadership. While some of these qualities may be more naturally present in the personality of a leader, it is definitely something you can develop and strengthen over time.
Good luck!