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AdviCoach Reviews: Are You Leading By Example?
Overview• Just because somebody is put in a leadership position doesn’t
mean they are leading by example. Why is it crucial for leaders in a business to lead by example? Simply put, it makes people want to follow. Today, AdviCoach reviews leadership tips for small business owners to follow to make sure they are leading their employees by example.
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Overview•When business owners set a good
example, it helps to motivate their employees. It may not always be clear, but employees often look to their managers for guidance and advice on how to complete their jobs and climb the ladder. • According to Entrepreneur, positive
role models can lead a business to increased productivity, ultimately increasing the business’ bottom line
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Overview• However, when a leader doesn’t abide by the standards they set
for their employees, this can have profoundly negative effects on a business, and not to mention is one of the easiest and most unnecessary ways to undermine your authority Forbes sites.
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Are You Setting a Good Example?
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• First, ask yourself these questions:• Are you following the rules that
you’ve set?• Do you motivate or incentivize
your employees to complete good work?• Are you presenting yourself in a
professional manner at all times?• Do you communicate and
collaborate regularly with your employees?
Are You Setting a Good Example?
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• If you’ve answered “no” to any of those questions, odds are you aren’t setting the best example. Even if you answered “yes” to all of the above questions, it’s pretty likely that there’s room for you to advance your leadership abilities to more effectively lead by example. • The following are a few strategies
for you to try and better your role modeling within your business.
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Set High Expectations and Model Them
•When leaders in an organization abide by the high standards that they set, this demonstrates to other employees that these rules aren’t hard or bothersome to follow. When you showcase excellence in the example you set, others in your company will likely follow suit.
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Encourage Collaboration and Transparency• Possessing superior communication skills is essential for an
effective leader. Employees will be more inclined to listen to leaders who listen and build relationships with them. •When collaboration among employees of all levels is
encouraged, people produce higher quality work, which can decrease employee burnout and enhance workplace relations.
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Always Act Professional•When an individual has moved into a position of leadership
and authority, professionalism is key. This can come in the form of how you speak to how you dress. Always putting your best face forward is one of the keys to becoming a respected leader.• This tip is sometimes the hardest, but is one of the most
important pieces of advice. There’s a fine line to walk when trying to relate to your lower level employees while also trying to manage them.
Conclusion
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• Just by changing a few, minor behaviors can make a big difference in how lower-level employees may perceive the leaders in their organization.
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• If you would like to learn more about how you can lead by example, contact an AdviCoach small business coach today http://www.advicoach.com/contact-us.aspx.