12 Easy Phrases to Massively Improve Your Leadership
At the heart
of great leadership is a desire to serve others, to empower them and foster
their success. Here are 12 phrases that every leader should be saying--a lot.
Being a leader today is not about having
followers who are waiting to be told what to do and how to do it. Successful
leadership is about engaging and empowering people to do what they are capable
of doing, and building confidence and trust in your team.
Communication
is key; written or spoken, your words carry tremendous weight. These 12 phrases
are small but powerful. Use them daily and you can be sure your leadership
is moving in the right direction.
1. "Please"
It may seem
basic, but treating others with respect goes a long way. Especially in times of
stress, it's easy to overlook a courtesy as simple as saying
"please," but to the person on the other end it can make the
difference between a barked order and a respectful request.
2. "Thank you"
Appreciation
is both motivating and uplifting, and saying "thank you" is a simple,
no-cost way to show appreciation. Taking care to recognize the contributions of
others increases their confidence and your team's morale, and it sets a good
example.
3. "Tell me more"
Successful
leadership means being interested and inquisitive, always wanting to know more
and seeking out the ideas and opinions of others.
4. "I'm proud of you"
The leaders we
admire tend to be generous with praise. When you notice and acknowledge the
hard work and achievements of your team, everyone wins.
5. "What do you think?"
As the old
saying goes, listening is among the greatest of favors. When you sincerely ask
people for their input, they feel valued and more committed. It also
communicates that you're open to the ideas of others.
6. "It's your call"
When you
empower others with decision making, you encourage them to build their own
leadership and foster trust and independent thinking. Delegating decisions is
the cure for micromanagement.
7. "You're doing great"
The best way
to help people reach their full potential is by offering them encouragement.
Treat people like they make a difference and they will.
8. "We're all in this
together"
The best
leaders are collaborators. They thrive on building teams and creating synergy;
they know that it takes a community of dedicated, loyal people to cultivate
winning results. Building collective pride and accountability keeps egos in
check and gives better results.
9. "I trust you"
The best way
to cultivate trust is by giving trust to others. If those around you feel
confident that you trust them, they have the confidence to excel and are
motivated to keep your opinion of them high.
10. "I'm sorry"
There is
nothing that feels more humbling to a leader than saying "I'm sorry."
But it's actually a sign of great strength and accountability, and wise to
practice. Acknowledging your mistakes inspires people to do the same.
11. "I don't know"
11. "I don't know"
Everybody has
strengths and weaknesses, including leaders. When you admit the limitations of
your knowledge, you model humility, candor, and confidence for your team. And
when you seek out the answer, you model problem solving and open-minded
inquiry.
12. "How can I serve
you?"
If you really
want your leadership to stand apart, this simple phrase can be a game changer.
Servant leadership is the most powerful force you can bring to your team. If
you're looking for ways you can help and serve others, the best way is to ask.
BY LOLLY DASKAL
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