Introduction
Whatever industry you work in, how long you've been a leader, or what level of leader you are, there will be times when you feel like your peers and subordinates don't take you seriously in your leadership role (Edgar, 2004). If this resonates with you, take a look at these five things that may be preventing you from being taken seriously as a leader (Amabile & Khaire, 2008).
Reason 01: You don’t keep your word and
commitments
If you do not keep your promises, you will not be respected or trusted. When you're a leader, your words and actions are vital. If you promise to eat meals together but never do so, you will betray your trust. Simply put, don't make any promises you can't keep
Reason 02: You only care about the numbers
The lack of control over
a company's culture is the number one reason for failure (its employees). As a
leader, you must care for and guide your employees while managing your
department's or sector's finances. While your performance may base on numbers,
the employee culture is what drives long-term results.
Reason 03: You lack confidence, and it shows.
You may be a new leader
in a new field or department, or an experienced leader humbled by a correction.
It shows in everything you do or say. Know that if you are in a leadership
position, you earned it and must treat it with care and respect. Have a plan,
be willing to be coached and learn new things. Be humble.
Reason 04: You lack boundaries
Employees promoted from
within may face this issue. You may be a leader over peers, which raises new
questions. Do we still hang out outside of work? Do I allow them to speak to me
as a peer? Do I treat them as peers? And the answer is that it depends on the
workplace culture, but a change is needed (a good one). Set up boundaries for
how you should address as a leader. Realize that being friends outside of work
may cause a bias towards other employees and that as a leader, you now have the
responsibility to care about them.
Conclusion
Words are vital, but it is your actions that define you. The bottom line is that you should take care of yourself. Take an interest in your employees' well-being, aspirations, and so on. Get to know them as individuals, rather than just a number or the title of the position they hold. Numbers may fluctuate, but your culture should remain consistent.
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Informative article Nishantha,
ReplyDeleteThese details will help to build a good leader in our own self. identifying dos and don'ts will build a good professional and a good leader. Thanks for sharing
Leadership qualities are important for life not only for organizations, which can be developed through guidance and practice. Guidelines on what to be changed and improved to become a leader is explained nicely in this article. Thank you for sharing Nishantha.
ReplyDeleteHi Nishantha. A leader can use these powerful things to show that you are a real leader,
ReplyDelete1. Always be informed. Speak in a way that lets people know you know what you are talking about and have something to say–and so others like to listen to you.
2. Add value what you say, What you do.
3. Be truthful and genuine.
4. Keep your word.
5. Be clear and concise.
6. Stand for success.
7. Be relatable.
8. Dress well.
Good topic Nishantha.To be a leader you need to be able to organize affairs. You need to be able to organize and delegate the right task to the right person. Leaders are good at organizing others. If you want to be a good leader, don't try to do it all.
ReplyDeleteAgreed Nishantha. Leadership can be nutured. There is a great power within everyone, and great leaders can be delivered through training, connecting, challenging and coaching. Thankyou for sharing.
ReplyDeleteIf your team appears to be frustrated with you, it's time for you to perform some self-reflection as their leader. Consider how your actions may have an impact on those around you, even if you aren't aware of it. You can start taking action to change your annoying behavior once you understand it.
ReplyDeleteA leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way – John C Maxwell. Great leaders don’t tell you what to do, they show you how it’s done. As discussed, leaders should carefully deal with the employees on keeping the promise, confidant on them, keep a gap when addressing them and do not only measure the number and appreciate the work they complete will ensure the image/respect among them.
ReplyDeleteInformative article Nishantha. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteAs you have mentioned, delivering the promises and meeting the commitments are two important qualities for leader, to be an example to followers and also to build the trust with followers. Adding to that, enthusiasm, integrity and great communication skills are essential qualities to influence the followers (Fries, 2018).