Don’t you just love the lists of how to do this and how to do that? As we start 2012, our love for the “Top 10 Ways” types of lists only increases. We develop a mindset that says–lay out the path, show me the tools, and give me some new ways to think.
The driving force behind our interest in these types of lists is an inner desire to grow. We want to do things differently, we want to think differently, and we want to be different, as long as the end result means growth. Growth is a critical component of the vehicle that drives you down the road of success.
Below is a straight-to-the-point list of how leaders can increase their leadership in 2012.
12 Ways Leaders Can Increase Their Leadership in 2012
1. Truly Embrace the Team Concept
There is no “I” in team, and teamwork makes the dream work.
2. Don’t Play It Safe
Don’t Miss
Be willing to take some risks. Your risks can be calculated or not; either way, you need to get off the shores of playing it safe.
3. Give Credit & Take Blame
Give credit where credit is due and be willing to look in the mirror and say, “My Bad” or “It’s My Fault!”
4. Don’t Be a Yes Man or Yes Woman
Be willing to step up and challenge things when they need to be challenged. This can be the process of leading-up or leading-down.
5. Don’t Lose Your Cool
Remember the 3 Cs in all situations – Cool, Calm, & Collected.
6. Empower Your Team
Release your team to do their job. Don’t be a micro-manager.
