Travis Bradberry, an American expert on emotional intelligence, focused on what good leaders must believe in, and actively apply, in managing their people in his recent article on LinkedIn.
All employees aren't the same
A good leader knows that it makes no sense to try to develop and motivate everyone in the same way. He treats his people as individuals who have different opinions, motivations and learning styles. He considers diversity, not uniformity a way to success.
Subordinates are not children
They don't need constant supervision. A good leader sees his subordinates as equal partners able to make their own decisions. They enter their people's work processes only when it is absolutely necessary.
Work can be fun
A good leader loves his job and tries to make others feel the same. He assigns tasks according to their people's strengths and interests. They motivate by sharing feedback. Then they celebrate successes together.
Motivation is not a matter of threats and fear
When people are afraid of making their boss dissatisfied and being punished for even the slightest mistake, they cease to be interested in the products they are working on, the company or customers. Their only ambition is not to make their boss angry. A good leader motivates by inspiration. He inspires using his vision and energy.
Change is not bad
A good leader understands the inevitability of change and accepts it as an opportunity for further improvement. His approach adapts so that he doesn't stagnate in the past.
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