Embrace Constructive Conflict
If people are disagreeing, that can be a good thing. It means they care enough about the company and task at hand to take a stand. As a leader, always assume positive intent and have the same expectations of your team. Foster a culture of agree vs. accept. Your team may not always agree with the decisions you make, but they need to accept the decision and move forward.
Practice Empathy and Be a Discerning Listener
An important part of being a good leader is someone who listens. With every conversation, be fully present. When you’re meeting with your team members 1:1 make it a personal goal to learn something new and teach something. If your employees feel like they’re being heard, they will trust you. They will come to you often and easily. This will also build an environment of effective two-way communication
Have a Plan for Personal Growth and Development
As a leader, you need to be open to growth and personal development. You have to make it a priority as this will help progress your career as well. Always take out time to learn and instead of finding excuses to stay busy, read a book or watch a movie about good leadership. Schedule time to learn and have a plan that you stick to.
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