I had an epiphany the other day. I can’t explain why it came to me now, as it has been clear since I started working, but for whatever reason, it did.
The leadership at a company will make or break the company’s success.
I worked at a company where the CEO had to approve EVERYTHING that went on in the company. And, this company wasn’t a small business; it was a worldwide company with thousands of employees.
But, they didn’t even have a global website because he got in the way. Whenever you took 1 step forward, he ended up making you take 2 steps backward.
He meant well, but he wasn’t leading the company; he was controlling it.
What can you do to be a Better Leader?
Have you ever worked for someone who did that? Have you ever done that? How can you change?
I worked at another company where the CEO had a great vision, but the VPs he hired to carry out that vision didn’t understand it and kept getting in the way of it.
Talk about having a workplace full of unhappy and unsettled workers!
Leadership isn’t given, it’s earned.
People are natural leaders, or they aren’t.
You can’t make people follow you, people have to want to follow you.
I think you can learn to be a leader, and I think it is important that you do, so that you have people under you who enjoy working for you. Who wants to put in that extra effort to get the job done?
That means that as a leader, you recognize those who have put in that extra effort, and you reward those who have gone above and beyond to make your company what it is.
So, if you want to keep employee morale high and turnover low, if you want to keep your customers happy, make sure you’re leading them.
Make sure they want to follow you, that they see your vision, and that all those under you are working towards the same goals. If your employees are happy, they’ll do great work, and if they do great work, your customers will be happy, and if your customers are happy, you’ll have a successful business, and that should make you happy.
What can you change to be a better leader? Let me know in the comments below.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it important to be a better leader in the workplace?
Being a better leader is essential because leadership directly impacts employee morale, productivity, and overall business success. A better leader inspires trust, provides clear direction, and creates a positive work environment that drives results.
How can micromanagement hurt your efforts to be a better leader?
Micromanagement can make it difficult to be a better leader because it stifles innovation, reduces employee confidence, and slows down progress. Great leaders empower their teams rather than control every decision.
Can you learn how to be a better leader, or is it something you’re born with?
While some people have natural leadership traits, anyone can learn how to be a better leader. With self-awareness, feedback, and practice, it’s possible to develop leadership skills that earn trust and motivate others.
What should I focus on if I want to be a better leader for my team?
To be a better leader, focus on communicating your vision, hiring and trusting the right people, recognizing employee efforts, and creating a culture of mutual respect and growth.
How does being a better leader improve employee retention?
When you be a better leader, you build a workplace where people feel seen, heard, and valued. This results in higher job satisfaction, lower turnover, and a stronger commitment to the company’s goals.
