Be A Leader...Not A Boss: Change Your Mindset

Many of you are scratching your head in confusion...you are asking yourself, "Isn't a boss the same as a #leader??" Many people see the two terms as interchangeable, but in short no, they are two completely different entities. If you have ever worked under a superior, you know that they can either make your work life MISERABLE or absolutely AMAZING!

Boss vs. Leader

Qualities

• Depends on authority vs. Depends on good will

• Drives employees vs. Coaches employees

• Uses people vs. Develops people

• Says "I" vs. Say "We"

• Inspires a fearful environment vs. Generates exuberance

• Commands vs. Asks

• Talks more than they listen vs. Listens more than they talk

• Criticizes vs. Encourages

#professionalcoach #personalcoach

I can positively say that the teams that produce higher and have the most long lasting relationships with their companies are those that are being led by a "leader" and not a "boss." So, how do you go from boss to leader??

1. Guide your employees, don't control them or micro-manage them

2. Show appreciation

3. Encourage & Motivate

4. Give credit, when credit is due--don't do this behind closed doors. Celebrate with your team

5. Lead by example--show your team that you align with the company's mission, vision, & values and they should too

6. Keep your ego in check

7. Delegate effectively

8. Be adaptable

9. Understand & Acknowledge that your team is comprised of individual, personalities, talents, and so much more. Every individual is unique.

10. Play off of your team's strengths

Together #wecanmakeadifference!

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