Your Style is...Cold Brew!
Cold Brew = Directing Leadership Style
You raise the bar for yourself and all of those around you.
Your directing leadership style means you have high expectations for your team, and anyone who underperforms – even a teensy bit – simply isn’t a fit. You’re a stickler for the rules and discourage experimentation. You might believe procedures are in place for a reason and should rarely be questioned.
On top of that, it takes a lot of commitment to win over your trust. In part, this is due to you not giving your employees enough opportunities to prove themselves. You prefer to take the leading role in your business and make all the major decisions.
While your directing style means your office rarely falls out of order, it can still be an emotionally challenging work environment. Your team may feel under-appreciated and become uninspired. Try giving them a bit more freedom, and you might be happily surprised.
“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” – John Quincy Adams
3 Quick Tips for Transforming Your Leadership
1) Cultivate Self-Awareness
Your ability to lead yourself is a necessary skill for all leaders. Understanding your strengths, weaknesses, and blind spots is crucial for personal growth as a leader. Regularly seek feedback from peers, mentors, and team members, and engage in self-reflection to become more aware of your leadership style and its impact. This self-awareness will help you make more informed decisions, improve your communication, and build stronger relationships with your team.
2) Embrace an Ownership Mindset
ransformative leaders view challenges as opportunities for learning and growth. Encourage innovation and experimentation within your team by fostering an environment where it’s safe to take risks and learn from mistakes. Continuously seek out new knowledge, skills, and perspectives to stay adaptable and responsive to change.
3) Lead with Empathy and Authenticity
In this crazy in person/hybrid/remote work environment we find ourselves in, the importance of trust and genuine connection cannot be overstated. Show empathy by actively listening to your team members, understanding their needs and concerns, and supporting their development. Be authentic in your communication and actions, demonstrating consistency between your words and deeds. This approach will inspire loyalty, build a strong, cohesive team, and drive a culture of collaboration and mutual respect.
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