Friday, July 08, 2005

Leadership

What is a leader? I just spent two days teaching Fundamentals of Leadership to a group of manager. Management and leadership are distinctly different and yet intertwain. Does a title make you a manager? Do you need to have people reporting to you to be a leader?

A leader is someone whom others look to for directions, to consult and one who can work independently. Included in this course is a tool called "Communication Styles at Work". This tool categorise 4 different styles and every individual has exhibits preference for certain styles and when stress may change styles. It is a mirror for your self and a window to the others. Once you know your styles and the styles of your team mates, you understand the differences and can now be more effective and reduce the inevitable conflicts that occurs. Bring forth leadership that produces results...

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