10 Things Good Leaders Say Every Day
When it comes to leadership,
there are many qualities that can and should be emulated if your goal is to
succeed in a leadership role. But genuine leadership requires a comfortable
balance and knowledge of boundaries. There are certain things good leaders say
that keep their team trusting in them and moving ahead.
Everyone would like to be a
good leader, someone who is well liked and respected. Learning the distinction
between being on friendly terms with your coworkers and being the type of boss
that everyone enjoys working with is important. There are many ways to get your
team to follow your lead without coming off as “bossy” or unapproachable.
Your attitude will always dictate the working atmosphere, so it’s wise to
learn how to maintain a good and positive attitude. Learning how to connect
professionally with your team is always an important asset. So what are
some things good leaders say to show that they are listening and thinking for
the team? This simple list will point you in the right direction.
1. “What’s your take on
this?”
In order to be an effective
leader, knowing & appreciating what others think is important. Using this
phrase will give you an idea of the other mindsets you have to work with.
2. “I have trust in you”
If you make others confident
that you trust them, they are more likely to want to ensure nothing shakes this
confidence. As a result, they’ll try to do their very best for you.
3. “I am proud of you”
This statement obviously doesn’t
apply when work is poorly done. But if your team has tried its best and you
know it, then simply acknowledging that you are proud of their effort is a
better point of focus than harping on the negatives.
4. “Thank you” and “Please”
Treating others with respect
will usually go a long way in being an effective leader. It’s hard to hold a
grudge or be unpleasant to a leader who practices the simple art of saying
please and thank you. After all, it’s something we teach children from the very
start.
5. “That’s wonderful, let’s
give it a go”
Encouragement followed by
freedom to try an idea is another important leadership quality to extend.
Failing to see the possibilities in ideas that come from others shows your team
that you are not a team player or an encouraging leader.
6. “Where can I help?”
Even if you are not really
needed in the actual execution of the project at a particular stage, extending
the offer to help will warm the hearts of your team and they will respect you
more for offering your support.
7. “I apologize”
There is nothing more
humbling than a leader saying “I am sorry.” While some may look upon this
admission as a sign of weakness, you would be wise to practice this
acknowledgment if you want to win the respect of your team. If you are wrong,
say so and move on.
8. “I am here if you need me”
Keeping open communication is
always a good idea. Don’t be the type of leader who is high and mighty. If your
team feels you are unapproachable then they won’t come to you with problems,
thus delaying the smooth flow of projects.
9. “I am not perfect and
neither are you”
Be the first to acknowledge
that no one is perfect, including yourself. Once your team feels
comfortable they will strive harder to learn from their mistakes, instead of
just trying to avoid making mistakes all along. Letting them know that you
don’t expect them to be perfect will motivate them to explore their
curiosity.
10. “I can’t do it without
you”
Making everyone feel valued
is definitely the best way to get everyone committed and dedicated to the
project at hand. When you make it clear to your team that you value their
contributions, that appreciation will act as a motivator.
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