Most leaders have a grasp on how to give orders but much less of an idea of how to inspire and motivate beyond setting a positive example or giving enthusiastic speeches. The missing element is self-awareness, as in the leader’s knowledge of himself (or herself) and how he affects himself and others. Here are some examples of how self-awareness builds leadership excellence:
- Self-awareness helps leaders manage their own thoughts, emotions and behaviors so that they don’t transfer or project them onto employees.
- Self-awareness helps leaders behave consciously and proactively instead of reacting based on their unresolved inner hurts or ego.
- Self-awareness helps leaders get out of the way and let their employees shine.
- Self-awareness helps leaders feel more balanced.
- Self-awareness helps leaders build happier workplaces.
- Self-awareness helps leaders get rid of behaviors that don’t work and replace them with positive ones.
- Self-awareness helps leaders evaluate their strengths and areas for improvement.
- Self-awareness helps leaders welcome change and ambiguity.
Inspirational and motivational leaders understand that they have to be healthy in order to help their employees thrive. What would you add to this list?
Cheers,
Guy