Whether it is a start-up or a large business, there’s a need to have leadership roles divided into different management levels. Regardless of your leadership level, there’s always room for improvement. As one of the Managing Directors with the Chalak Mitra Group of Companies, Nik Bhakta shares the core skills that made him and his colleagues better leaders.
Delegation and Management
There’s always a misconception that leaders are there to bark orders at subordinates. However, such leaders don’t get great results. as a leader, you must understand that managing your team is complicated. Being Keen to spot talent and coax that talent into the organization is a must. Therefore ensure you assign tasks to individuals to the best of their skills and trust them to complete them. Also, oversee the process and adjust the system for maximum output.
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Willing to Adapt to Change
One weakness of most leaders is the inability to change as it gets comfortable with being used to things, and change can be tough. Take an honest look at what you do to determine if it’s working. Work on a timeline of what you need and stick to the plan. You might face opposition as people don’t like change, but as a leader, show that you are willing to take a risk, and your team will follow you.
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Communication Skills
A good leader should have to be a very strong, articulate communicator. It wil help you get your point across in a way that is easily understood. as you can’t always be talking, you also have to be a great listener. Listen to your team, ask questions for clarification and take appropriate action quickly.
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Building Team Chemistry
There are always bonding issues for a group of people spending time together. It’s essential to ensure you lead a team built with great chemistry that will work through rough patches. You’ll know how to cultivate mutual respect, understanding and a willingness to learn from your team. They’ll, in turn, strive to achieve each other and company goals. You’ll also understand each person’s unique talent and match them with others who will bring out these talents.
Conclusion
As a leader of an organization, it’s also your responsibility to perform to your personal best; according to Nik Bhakta, honouring your leadership skills is an ongoing process—evaluate your performance, or ask your staff for input. You’ll see that you’ve got things to work on, and if you focus on these skills, you’ll witness an immediate and long-lasting improvement.
