Tolu Ojewunmi posted an update in the group
2 months ago
LeadershipFinding the right balance between authority and approachability is key to effective leadership. Here’s how to do it:
1. Be Confident, Not Overbearing: Assert your decisions with confidence, but avoid being domineering. Confidence inspires respect.
2. Stay Accessible: Keep your door open for questions and concerns. When your team feels comfortable approaching you, communication improves.
3. Listen Actively: Take time to listen to your team’s ideas and feedback. It shows you value their input and fosters mutual respect.
4. Set Clear Boundaries: While being approachable, maintain professional boundaries. Clear guidelines help manage expectations and keep relationships healthy.
5. Lead with Empathy: Show understanding and compassion. Being empathetic helps build strong, trusting relationships.
6. Be Transparent: Share information openly and honestly. Transparency builds trust and credibility.
Balancing authority with approachability creates a positive and productive work environment. It’s about leading with both strength and empathy.
How do you balance authority and approachability in your leadership style?
Share your thoughts! #Leadership #BalancedLeadership
Stephanie Cully, Community Carol (Carol McEwan) and 4 others2 Comments-
Based on my experiments over the years, have learned the best way for me to balance between authority and approachability – is to visualize the conversation from my team members point-of-view.
by asking questions like –
How are they feeling right now?
Are my actions helping or hindering us from achieving our goal?
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And you do a great job at it @Nelson . I have seen you in action!
