Leadership is summarily defined as influence .According to John Maxwell a leadership guru “everything rises and falls on leadership “.
The following are some tips on how to lead effectively :
1. Understand organizational culture ie the way things are done in your organization .This includes communication , recruitment of new personnel ,conflict resolution and management.When you know your organizational culture you can then make a determination on how to navigate and bring about the necessary changes for the benefit of the organization and those who work in the organization.
2. Study the personality types of the people you will be leading or working with in order to connect with them and relate well as you work together.
3. Know every member of your team by name.When you call someone by their name they feel important .
4. Appreciate the unique role each team member plays in the organization.
5. Praise good work in private as well as in public.
6. Involve your team members in some of the decision that will affect them . Consult them and hear their input before making final decisions .
7. Hear feedback from your team members .
8. Take your team through a process of change and help them appreciate the importance of change and what they will benefit from the change .
These are some of things that may help a leader to lead in a very effective manner .
Professor Elias Chakabwata is a leadership and organizational growth consultant .He can be contacted on 0732288687 or www.impacttraininginstitute.co.zw
