Are You a Good Leader?
Four ways to create an organization that helps your team thrive.
Being a leader is challenging at the best of times, let alone being a good leader.
On top of your day to day tasks that might involve the company’s finances, HR resources and managing a remote team, you will also need to ensure that you are a good mentor. We’ve all been in that position where we have had a terrible leader and considered leaving the company due to a lack of recognition or prospect. Well now is your chance to learn how to be a great leader, so you have a positive and happy team. A leader, much like a coach, should have their team members’ best interests in mind while encouraging improvement and training talent.
Do you remember the first time a team member told you they were resigning?
I remember our team meeting finished and she asked for a few moments of my time. She announced she had a new job, and I was shocked. Nothing I asked or said changed her mind. Watching her walk out of my office, I realized I had failed her and myself.
Though surprised and hurt at the time, I have since spent many years working on my leadership skills to avoid this from occurring in the future. Based on self reflection and what I’ve learned, I’ve identified four key ways leaders can create an organization that people want to be a part of.