As a leader, you are being watched for the choices you make and for the meaning behind your choices. Your followers want to know if you are making choices that express your values, those of your organisation, and those that are in their interest. Even the smallest choices you make in your every day are being watched, and can lead down a path that is affirming or destructive:
- the three minutes that you stop, turn, and really listen to an employee rather than choosing to check your Blackberry
- the expression of gratitude to someone for a job well done instead of choosing to find small faults in how they did it
- credit deflected to the individuals who actually did the work instead of choosing to take personal credit for it
- firm belief that your employees are capable of stretching themselves rather than choosing to assume that they aren’t capable
- rolling up your shirtsleeves and pitching in when the going gets tough instead of choosing to get frustrated
- living in the questions instead of choosing to have all the answers
- and yes….. even choosing to have a great day when you would rather wallow in self pity.
Think about it. All the choices you make in a day without conscious thought impact your leadership. Stop, think and become intentional in your choices.
What small choices will you make today that will make a positive difference in the way you lead?
Your Choices are Being Watched
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