The key to being an effective leader

Being a leader is not the same as being a manager. Leadership is built on honesty, integrity, encouragement and a genuine passion for what you do. It’s not a one-time role. Being an effective leader is about inspiring others to share your vision and work towards a common goal.

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It’s about treating everyone as equals, sharing and listening to their ideas – and more importantly, putting these ideas into action! But how do you know if you’ve got what it takes? Below we look at the personality traits that make an effective leader and how you can boost your skills to support your team effectively.

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Enthusiasm

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As an entrepreneur, it’s highly unlikely you’d be where you are now without genuine enthusiasm for what you do. That said, employees can spot a fake cheerleader from a mile off. Genuine passion and excitement is infectious and if you’re always keen to discuss ideas and work hard, your team will be too.

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Integrity

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Honesty and integrity are vital if you want to be an effective leader. It’s important that you communicate well and are always open with your staff, even if that means occasionally sharing an ugly truth with them. Transparency is the key to success and creating a happy and driven workforce.

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Motivation

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The best leaders are those who spread positivity and continually motivate their team. This is an important part of being an effective leader. You also need to be able to show your team you value them and inspire them to work towards your goals with you, not just for you!

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Dedication

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Have you ever heard of a successful leader who didn’t work hard to get where they are today? Jeff Bezos, Richard Branson, Mark Zuckerberg – what do they all have in common? They were totally dedicated to their idea, their business and their workforce. The success of a great leader comes from their dedication.

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Confidence

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Finally, a leader needs to be confident and believe in themselves. But more than this, they need to believe in their idea, their visions and their values. That’s what will drive them to be (and stay) successful.

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Your personal brand plays an important role what you represent as an individual and leader. Being a leader requires great skill in itself, so it could be time enlist the help experienced personal branding consultants London, and build your thought leadership to make the impact you want.

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Do you have any stories of effective leadership that you’d like to share? Connect with us and share – we would love to hear from you!

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