Effective leaders have a natural instinct for thinking more about “we” and less about “me.”
They:
Bring a team-oriented approach to achieving results, a spirit of “we’re all in this together” rather than a “me-centered” style where all that matters is the spotlight on them.
Use a win-win approach for managing conflict, looking for positive outcomes that move the best interests of the business and employees forward versus functioning in the “I win-You lose” arena where their personal achievement and career advancement is their motivating force.
Recognize the contributions of others, understanding that the unique contributions of each individual play a role in bringing about desired visions and results.
Avoid singing the “I-I-I-I-I-I” or “me-me-me” song.
Look for the small wins and share the joy instead of accepting nothing less than perfection and feeling regret and failure when the outcomes fall short of perfection.
Are humble, not afraid to say thank you or laugh or shed a tear in a moving, inspiring moment instead of operating as some robotic life form devoid of empathy and compassion.
Understand people want to be valued and tap into the power of heart at every business opportunity versus functioning solely in the realm of logic where there’s no place for emotion.
Know that leadership is a mindset and a heart direction and not just a job title or place in the organizational hierarchy.
What’s your view of “we” and “me” in leadership?
Thoughts on great thinking
The task of leadership is not to put greatness into people, but to elicit it, for the greatness is there already. ~John Buchan
To repeat what others have said requires education, to challenge it requires brains. ~Mary Pettibone Poole
Follow the path of the unsafe, independent thinker. Expose your ideas to the danger of controversy. Speak your mind and fear less the label of crackpot than the stigma of conformity. ~Thomas J. Watson, Sr.
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