Qualities and Behaviours of Leaders

Qualities and behaviours of leaders

Qualities and behaviours of someone you think is a good leader.

Did you short list the following qualities and behaviours?

· inspires

· encourages

· supports

· leads by example

· pushes for change

· excellent interpersonal skills

· participates

· people focus

It would be fair to say that skilled leaders use a leadership style that matches the group situation. Different leadership styles and behaviour can be effective, depending on the development levels of workers.

A good leader can be a positive role model by possessing high standards of performance and behaviour. They may be assertive, have strong values and beliefs, which they are not afraid to reveal to others in the workplace. They can stand by their decisions, have high ethical standards, a strong character and be credible. They will most probably possess a great deal of knowledge and skills. In all likelihood they will be an expert at what they do in their chosen career, and achieve consistently high outcomes for the organisation. They may be the person who pulls in the greatest number of new clients or who tops the sales chart, year after year.

A good leader can see the big picture, which means that they can see the end result of where they want the organisation and team to go. Many people do not have this capacity; they are focused only on the day-to-day tasks that they need to perform. Leaders facilitate and nurture the team and will inspire others to do what is to be done because they want to do it, and to achieve their own personal best.

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