2016 Leadership Skills

Top 5

We've all had a boss, manager, supervisor or someone that was above us at work that we've had to answer to. I think it's safe to say we've also all had a horrible boss, manager, supervisor or the title rarely used, a leader at work.

To be a leader is an ability only a few posses. They are hard to come by in the workplace. They're either sending witty or dirty emails, telling "Your mom" jokes, or have an inappropriate screen saver on their computer. Generally, the boss man acts the same way as most employees do.

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As 2015 races to an end, there are a few solid skills to posses in order to become a successfully respectable leader in 2016. Here are five according to Forbes magazine.


5.     Confidence

• "Put out fires and maintain the team morale."
• Maintain Optimism/Give your team assurance.
• Stay calm.

4.     Delegate

• Identify strengths and disburse them appropriately.
• Maintain fair expectations.
• Don't abuse your power.

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3.     Be Approachable

• Smile, treat everyone equally.
• Customize your approach. Get to know your employees and how each one accepts constructive criticism.
• Maintain your stress level.

Don't be this guy!

2.     Honesty

• Know the work place core values. Lead by them and your team will follow.
• Speak the truth and be as open as possible.

1.     Communication

• Conduct morning/afternoon meetings to touch base.
• Be clear and concise. Ensure everyone understands your expectations.
• Have an open door policy.

It's easier said than done. It takes a lot of effort and practice to become a strong, respectable leader that people admire and aspire to be. If you lead by these five leadership skills, you'll be on top of 2016.

Have any crazy work experiences or techniques that have worked for you? Share 'em below!

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