I'm sure many entrepreneurs and business owners confess being in a stressful situation. In these circumstances the leaders can rely on the option to "say yes to everything and figure out what to do next" which can cause distress, frustration and some sleepless nights.
Many years ago I worked for a large chain, I became general manager in my 24 years by becoming one of the youngest at that position in the string. I was excited and determined to be successful but I was also terrified. I had a lot of responsibility and I worried that people would not take me seriously.
I definitely learned from my mistakes. I looking back, I'm grateful that managers to bet on which of the new fail. The leadership lessons I learned from that experience were profound and helped me become the person I am today.
1 Delegate and trust that others can keep up . Learn to give up control. Sometimes it is appropriate to take the reins, but sometimes can give that benefit employees. When I was in charge and had a bad economic times, I had to face the challenge of firing many people. I called everyone and asked them how we could cut the budget to dismiss the fewest individuals.
I will never forget how this group of creative people and thought about certain strategies to share schedules and spend less while satisfying the customer.Losing control can raise the self-esteem of members and give them a chance to learn from the experience.
2 Be a good coach and mentor to your employees. Your job as a leader is to empower and be aware of their potential, not just receiving orders from you. Start being there for new hires or when someone starts a new project. Be creative and have an open mind about the unique opportunities for personal and professional development of employees. Some believe this only makes a person with several years of experience.
A real and powerful mentoring happens when two people work together regardless of age or years of experience to support, train and give feedback to each other. This works best when there is respect between the two and are level. Empowering people will give certain benefits like being able to focus more on developing a broader vision and a long-term strategy for the business.
3 Always do your best work. Doing things quality is the best way to look good, well, you never know if someone is watching. Team members see everything they do and say the leaders. Watch your conduct, behavior and actions because everything has an impact on others.
4 Give yourself permission to take risks. A boss once told me "It's much easier to ask forgiveness than permission." These words changed my life. Everyone makes mistakes and it is good to trust your instincts and not think about every decision you make.
The fear of making a mistake causes us not to take risks or that we can not move forward with decisions. many leaders remain in the analysis, this can happen as statistics, data collection, surveys, prolonging the process of decision making. This will make your employees will become frustrated and lose confidence or respect as a leader.
5 Never burn bridges. In some situations this may seem like the only option, but first ask yourself if your actions can make you regret. You can fight for your principles without affecting anyone. Think of all those with whom you have contacted your business as a potential partner, employee or prospective client.Opera with a mindset to continue to work and act with respect and integrity in business and in your life.
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