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7 Keys to Becoming a Better Leader – Part 3
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In the first two parts of this series, I shared five key attributes of a good leader. This month I share the final two. Although left to the end, these two attributes are probably the most important for a leader to be successful.
6. Communicate, Communicate, Communicate
Clear and effective communication is probably one of the most important traits of good leader. A leader’s role is to establish and share their compelling vision in such a way that it energizes the team to move forward with them. Open communication, both verbal and written, is the key to achieving this goal. It builds trust and engages your team, allowing your business to be more flexible and healthy. Also, when your team has access to the information they need they can do their job more effectively and they’re more productive.
Effective listening is a critical skill and separates great leaders from the average person. …
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