Episode 7 - Basics of Leadership Part 2

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First Time Leader Podcast

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In this episode I take the Basics of Leadership a little deeper than in Episode #2. Today I discuss -   Know Yourself and what you bring to the organization Understand your skill level If you work with highly skilled leaders, learn from them Don’t be afraid to ask questions from them Work together on your development, improve you limitations Seasoned leaders must be led differently than new leaders. The more you know you yourself, the better you can evaluate yourself realistically No one knows you better than you Don’t hesitate to admit your weaknesses and ask for assistance Create a development plan to improve on those weaknesses We all have very distinct leadership styles – know what your is Every organization is very different, adjust your style to fit the culture and team Make slow changes that reflect who you are  New Leaders Accept Criticism Well Understand, as a new leader your direct supervisor or mentor will give constructive criticism On the flip side, you as a new leader must “give” constructive criticism to your teams as well. Be ready for defensiveness, challenges and anger.   Check your EGO – don’t get defensive Listen to understand, what the feedback is Ask questions to clarify To be better understand Keep an open mind  Create a Vision A vision helps everyone understand what “we could be on the future” Something to strive toward, a lofty goal Get your team to help develop it. Ask for their input and buy-in Communicate this vision often, give periodic updates on the progress  Day to Day Management of your team and the business Set goals to achieve Coach your team – as a group or One on Ones   Episode 5 Future planning Delegating – can help development future leaders / reduce your workload Employment engagement and motivation