subject: The Leadship Success Secret [print this page] Want to be a leader in every situation? It really isn't that hard to do if you have a system.
One of the traits of a good leader is the ability to take action in any situation. Here are 10 simple action steps. If you apply them to every situation and every task, you will be considered a top 10%er by your peers.
1. What is The Objective? You have to be crystal clear on this or you can't possibly succeed. This is essential. This is your compass. The objective determines the direction you are headed in.
2. What is The Plan? Come up with the plan yourself or get help form whoever can give you good advise. Want to get to that objective quickly? The plan is the tool to use to devise the straightest path to the objective.
3. Do You Have The Resources You Need? Resources are critical to your plan's success. Every plan requires resources to make it work. If just one of those resources is not available your plan is not going to work. So now is the time to revise your plan.
4. What Obstacles Or Challenges May Come Up? Your plan will never be perfect. There are assumptions made, details not confirmed or just plain weak areas you know about. If you have contingency plans you are less likely to stumble.
5. Are You Communicating Clearly? You can't keep the plan all to yourself. Train you team, and communicate with all involved constantly. If the plan is large enough communication systems may have to be set up.
6. What Is Your Feedback System? You are steering the ship - you need to know what's going on. Is the plan unfolding as planed?
7. What's The Next Step? Any successful plan is nothing but a series of Small steps. Everyone involved needs to know this. You don't want things to come to a screeching halt because the next step is unknown.
8. What Adjustments Can You Make? Nothing ever goes perfectly as per plan. Constant adjustments are part of the game.
9. How Do You Celebrate? You've seen athletes celebrate with those famous gestures they make after thef score a goal or cross the finish line. Celebrate your victories - embed them in your mind! Give praise often, show your appreciation.
10. What's Your Next Objective? Leaders don't rest on past glories - there's always a new challenge. Momentum is a wonderful thing! Tackle the next objective.
Combine these 10 steps with the mental toughness of true companions and you can elevate yourself to the top 3% in leadership.
And don't forget. When your not the leader, you should always follow like a leader.
