Simple Leadership Basics
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Simple Leadership Basics
Introduction
Leadership often comes with a haze of jargon, debates, and theories about what it means, who qualifies, and how to excel at it. If you've been promoted and are managing a team for the first time, here are some essential points to consider.
Embracing Your New Role
Being promoted to a leadership position means you're responsible for a group's performance. However, don't expect an overnight transformation. It usually takes over a year to fully adapt to your new responsibilities.
Understanding Leadership
You're regarded as a leader because your team sees you that way. Your primary choice is determining how well you'll fulfill this role.
Power and Influence
Interestingly, as a leader, your individual power diminishes. Previously, you could improve performance by working harder or smarter yourself. Now, it's about guiding your team, as their collective actions determine the outcome.
Conversely, your influence increases. Your team listens to what you say and observes your actions, adjusting their behavior accordingly.
Using Influence Effectively
Leadership involves using your behavior to motivate and guide your team toward achieving goals. Success as a leader is twofold: achieving objectives and caring for your team.
The Importance of Caring
While short-term results can be achieved without investing in your team’s well-being, long-term success relies on gaining the willing cooperation of skilled individuals. Ensuring your team feels valued is essential for sustained success.
Measuring Leadership Success
Evaluate your leadership by two standards: Did you meet your objectives? Are your team members better off today than they were yesterday?
To further explore these leadership concepts, consider reading my book, "Performance Talk: The One-on-One Part of Leadership."
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