All About Leadership

By Dr Danniel Choo

Inspirational Quotes & Insights for Leaders

1. A Leader is an avid reader, thinker, effective communicator and a life long learner. Effective leadership involves a lifelong process. Some of the ability comes as a result of experience, from mistakes, personal insight and by learning simple proactive people-oriented skills.

2. A truly GREAT leader inspires people to do their best. Research indicates that the best leaders, despite their many differences in personality, practice certain principles that help them to function effectively. Tips for effective leadership are:

A. Take interest in employees wellbeing.

What makes them Motivated?

What problems do they face?

Are they fitting into their job with their core competence?

B. Clearly and effectively communicate to their employees.

Do I explain clearly my expectations?

Do I give instructions that is easy to understand?

C. Keep morale high?

Do I encourage team spirit?

Do my people feel a sense of belonging, being needed?

Do I stop by acting promptly on false or dangerous rumors?

D. They are enthusiastic! Spread enthusiasm.

Do my peoples strive to excel?

Do I try to give them a sense of pride? Ownership?

Shared vision?

E. They use commands sparingly.

Do I avoid giving orders? (such as Do this!, Stop it!)

F. They show respect to colleagues and employees.

Do I value them as equally entitled to my respect?