AN EFFECTIVE LEADER! ARE YOU ONE?

•    Effectiveness is doing the right thing. Efficiency is doing things right.
•    To lead, one must obey the rules first.
•    Humility is more important for a successful person.
•    Focus on how to get it done, not on why it can’t be done.
•    Promotion is hereditary. Just like respect, it must be earned.
•    Allow active spirituality in the workplace.  It motivates people.
•    Share a common vision and values with peers.
•    Promote integrity.  Never cheat on your tasks.
•    Make work fun. Have a laugh break while doing coffee break.
•    Celebrate achievements, birthdays, etc. during office hours.
•    Facilitate open communication. Don’t shoot the messenger.
•    Show genuine appreciation. Be lavish with recognition.
•    Be an active listener. Ask clarificatory questions.
•    Balance praise and criticism.
•    Look for positives, not negatives.
•    Remove barriers to creativity. Don’t laugh at crazy ideas.
•    Keep promises you make. Otherwise, don’t even dare to think of it.
•    Encourage and welcome critical ideas.
•    Don’t be defensive when you hear the negatives.
•    Progress comes from those who take unpopular decisions.
•    Take down notes.  Don’t rely on your memory.
•    Admit and apologize for your mistakes…even if you’re the boss.
•    No one is indispensable…even if he’s the expert.
•    Quality is a personal obligation.
•    Discuss the past and present. Then focus on the future.
•    Remember the 80/20 rule.
•    Don’t  say : “We can’t do anything about it!”
•    Sometimes a wrong decision is better than indecisiveness.
•    Never gossip about other people’s personal loves.
•    Respect the chain of command.
•    Observe. Observe. Observe.
•    Excellence is paying attention to details
•    Always find opportunity to say “thank you” in writing.
•    Carry any reading material everywhere.