CEOs hold great power for the future of their companies. Businesses are amidst a shift in form and function, and executives possess the ability to adjust which direction to take. Does your leadership style embrace past successes and is built on expertise and proven tactics? Or are you more of a risk-taker, willing to implement new methodologies to drive your team into innovative changes?
Whatever style you fall into, there are also commonalities among the best leaders, and adapting these approaches to your leadership style will only help you strengthen your career and employees.
Here are four focus areas for strong leadership in today’s global workforce.
1. Think like an outsider
Comfort is the enemy of progress, so sometimes, you’ve got to act like a consultant and not a CEO. Consider how someone not so vested in your company would handle a situation. Doing so encourages bold thinking, which can lead to better progress. In fact, making one or two bold moves increases the likelihood of an organization being a top-quintile performer over ten years. Don’t be afraid to step out of that comfort zone.
2. Embrace learning
“The winners of tomorrow will be those that can accelerate their rate of learning.” (bcg.com) With advances in technology and AI moving faster than ever, today’s leaders will need to stay on top of industry news and trends to lead the pack. While it’s true we learn through experience, it’s also necessary to designate time to read up on the latest headlines. Block off a small portion of your day to allow the opportunity for learning. You’ll give yourself the gift of insight and knowledge to utilize with your team and shareholders.
3. Set measurable goals
Goals help keep leaders focused while also setting expectations for the rest of the company. When leaders strive to make something happen, this trickles down into other departments and builds momentum.
Here are some examples of leadership goals to help you brainstorm as you develop your own:
These goals are measurable and attainable and will excel your reach within the organization.
4. Get personal
Leading a corporation, no matter the size, requires you to be a model employee for others to emulate. But when we reveal imperfections, it evokes a human component and a chance for others to show empathy. The better you’re understood by your team, the more trust and respect you'll earn.
Consider this perspective on remote work from Steve Collis, CEO of AmerisourceBergen, “We’re now in each other’s homes—you’re seeing my study, and we’ve met each other’s families. . . . I asked all my direct reports, ‘Is there someone who wants me to reach out to someone who’s doing a great job or someone who’s struggling?” These are the things that connect us, that create a sense of camaraderie and appreciation for one another. The best leaders are often the most approachable, so don’t be afraid to invite others to learn more about you.
While leaders can learn from past successes and failures, there is no reward without a little risk. Be willing to take chances if you want to see real growth and change. It’s then that others will see your work ethic, inspiring them to do the same.
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