A competent leader can come in many forms, but there are several qualities which are consistent across all examples. If you want to make your leadership more ethical and effective, it requires developing certain characteristics. Here are a few of the most vital skills and traits to acquire in pursuit of this goal.

How to Be an Ethical & Effective Leader

1. Integrity

An honest leader is more trusted and can focus the group’s resources on achieving objectives rather than playing politics. A big part of this is being accountable for your decisions and policies, rather than blaming others for problems.

2. Confidence

Trust in your capabilities and move forward on your plans without too much indecision. Wavering less saves an organization time and optimizes your ability to seize new opportunities. The skill is especially important in a fast-paced business environment.

3. Communication

Clear communication ensures your staff works toward your goals and vision for the company. Be direct and articulate, but also friendly, open-minded, and willing to hear and address others’ suggestions and concerns.

4. Delegation

No matter how talented or experienced you are, one person trying to do it all will be less effective at any task than a team of people working well together. Trust in the talent of other members of your organization and give them plenty of chances to shine.

5. ​​​​​​​Creativity

The only way to perform better than in the past is to make changes to your process and come up with novel solutions to problems. Creativity in facing challenges is an essential part of effective leadership. Contrary to popular belief, it’s a skill you can improve through effort and leadership training.

This month, our session shows you how to motivate your employees more effectively and how to deal with dissatisfied customers; both very practical sessions which will give you the tools you need to succeed. Register here. 

Get in touch with the Colorado Leadership Institute in Denver to improve your leadership on all fronts. John Reeb, Ph.D., MBA, has over 25 years of experience in training others internationally to develop the necessary skills and techniques for effective and ethical management. Whether your field is IT, construction, medical care, or any other industry, your team will benefit from creative and confident supervision. To inquire about learning opportunities, call (720) 515-8081 today, or look for a local session online.