1. Read.
Research shows that reading non-fiction material like leadership articles or self-help books, help increase your problem solving and critical thinking abilities. Reading fiction creates more empathy, which is also useful as a leader.
Recommendation: read two non-fiction and one fiction item, per quarter.
2. Ask.
If you are in sales, you ask for the business. If you have a boss, you ask for permission or information. If you're on a team, you might ask for suport. As a leader, do you ask your team what they need from you and do you encourage them to ask questions as well?
Recommendation: During any team meeting, do more asking than telling.
3. Make Decisions Creatively.
This includes gathering other's ideas, considering opposing viewpoints, and processing solutions other than your own. You'll need to review pros and cons for each possibility.
Recommendation: Come up with 3 solutions to a problem. Write down risks and gains for each of them before making a final decision.
4. Collaborate.
Work with others on team, network, and be willing to help. Even if your job requires mostly solo work, look for opportunities to engage with others.
Recommendations: volunteer for a task force, focus committee, or affinity group.
5. Take Care.
No one wants to work for a rundown, unhappy leader. It affects the dynamic, momentum and morale of the team. And, as a result it can also affect team performance. If you find yourself continually stressed out and it shows, it's time to take a different approach.
Recommendation: Engage in a 15-minute de-stressor activity twice a day, everyday. This might include a walk, meditating in your car, or reading something 'light'.
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Angela Nelson
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