Make The Most Of Life

Is there something like “born leader”? Usually not. Most people are not born leaders. They become leaders. Leadership is an art that can be learnt and the more you practice certain basic principles the more effective leader you would become.

Principle 1: Take notice of even the small achievements of others and compliment them. We tend to take a lot of things for granted. Good leaders don’t do that. They notice and appreciate the small and big things people do for them and the organization.

Principle 2: Avoid pointing out mistakes directly. Nobody likes to make mistakes and when they do they are usually ashamed of it themselves. If we subtly point out the mistakes instead of making a big notice of them, people respect and appreciate us more. Leaders are subtle and indirect to find fault. They also allow others to save face if needed.

Principle 3: Feel free to point out your own mistakes. Leaders make others believe “it’s human to err”. They don’t try to cover up or blame others for something which they might have done wrong. This makes people appreciate and trust them more.

Principle 4: Don’t boss around. Nobody likes their boss because bosses order around the place. They are usually dictatorial by nature and want things done only in their way. Leaders on the other hand ask questions and guide people rather than order them. They let people find their own way to achieve the common goal.

Principle 5: Praise. Leaders are generous with their compliments and appreciation. They notice every change made and find ways to directly and indirectly encourage people by their noting and talking about all improvement.

Principle 6: Set standards for oneself and others to achieve. All of us like to live to our reputation. Leaders build our reputation a little higher than the actual to help us strive for better and deliver more. They also ensure they live up to the standards they set for themselves. They always ‘practice what they preach’.

Principle 7: Leaders are happy people and they make others happy. They help others see the brighter side of things and situations which instills faith and confidence. People love doing things for them and with them because they charge the environment with positive energy by being positive themselves.

Not everyone is a leader but everyone can become a leader because leaders are not born, leaders are made. Make the decision and become the leader you admire.

Saloni Sawnani

Tags: Assertiveness Training, Relationships, social skills, Success

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