At The Leadership Club™ (TLC) we share great ideas every week. In fact, last year’s 36+ sessions could probably fill a couple of books of insights, strategies, techniques and stories that a leader could use on any given day. Oh, right: We have that book - we call it The Leadership Handbook! So make sure you have downloaded the latest copy because we’re always adding to it.
And that’s exactly what this week’s post does with seven of my favorite effective leadership behaviors from executives I’ve known around the world. Use them to jumpstart your journey this year, and be sure to bring your questions about them to our next TLC Monday Mastermind session for further discussion.
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Now, let’s get started with Seven Leadership Traits of effective executives:
1. Lead through Values
Effective executives lead with wisdom, not just positional power. Holding a title is meaningless without embodying the organization's culture, purpose, and beliefs. Core values should be few but sacred, guiding actions and decisions. These values are the qualities, traits, and behaviors expected from everyone in the organization. When leaders use these values to set goals, communicate strategies, drive growth, and hold people accountable, they inspire deep personal commitment. A leader who understands and activates their firm’s values can inspire their people to achieve any level of success they envision. They nurture cohesive and motivated teams, united by shared principles and a common purpose.
2. Leverage the Vision
Leaders must connect people to the company's vision, not just performance metrics. Employees seek meaningful work, not just tasks. A compelling vision attracts, motivates, and retains talent, driving the organization towards its goals. Leaders should constantly define, describe, and direct outcomes in terms of the company’s vision. This vision should articulate what the company aims to accomplish and who it strives to become in its industry. By keeping people connected to this vision, leaders can foster a sense of purpose and direction. Employees are more likely to be engaged and committed when they understand how their work contributes to the larger goals of the organization. This connection to the vision can be more motivating than tools, training, or even compensation packages.
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3. Become Data Driven
Understanding and utilizing data is essential for effective leadership. In the modern world, data is abundant, but a data-driven leader is priceless. Organizations produce vast amounts of data, but it’s the leader’s commitment to using this data that makes the difference. Effective leaders monitor key metrics regularly and incorporate data into every decision. They make it a habit to review performance metrics on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. Data should be integrated into every meeting, conversation, and decision, from minor adjustments to major strategic shifts. Leaders should be comfortable with data, even when assessing their own performance. By relying on data, leaders make informed decisions that leverage their intelligence and experience, steering the organization toward success.
