Tip 6 for Being a Better Leader: Finding Mentors

Tip 6 for Being a Better Leader: Finding Mentors

Tip 6 for Being a Better Leader: Finding Mentors All leaders have something to improve and can do so by working on the tips outlined in this series on ‘being a better leader,’ including this, our 6th tip to find mentors.  A mentor is simply someone that you trust to...
Tip 5 for Being a Better Leader: Know and Communicate Expectations

Tip 5 for Being a Better Leader: Know and Communicate Expectations

Tip 5 for Being a Better Leader: Know and Communicate Expectations Leaders are responsible for establishing and maintaining the conditions for the success of their team and this includes making their requirements and expectations are understood.  If you are uncertain...
Tip 4 for Being a Better Leader: Chair Productive Meetings

Tip 4 for Being a Better Leader: Chair Productive Meetings

Tip 4 for Being a Better Leader: Chair Productive Meetings The next tip for being a better leader is to keep meetings productive. Team meetings are a great place to brainstorm and ensure that everyone is on the same page when it comes to project changes and...
Tip 3 for Being a Better Leader: Communicate Effectively

Tip 3 for Being a Better Leader: Communicate Effectively

Tip 3 for Being a Better Leader: Communicate Effectively Communication skills are critical for a good leader. Being able to communicate directives and ideas effectively ensures that work can proceed as intended right from the get-go. It is equally important that a...
Tip 2 for Being a Better Leader: Share the Spotlight

Tip 2 for Being a Better Leader: Share the Spotlight

Tip 2 for Being a Better Leader: Share the Spotlight A good leader has the respect and appreciation of his team. One method for gaining such esteem is to show humility and share credit. If there is the opportunity to laud the accomplishments of a worker before their...