Aug 17, 2009 Monday Mastermind Show

Friday, August 14th, 2009
by Joe

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What is every business person’s greatest asset? Their people!

Too often, leaders build a big ego over time. They find success and allow their ego to take over. They think their company survives because of them alone. In truth, companies survive because of all the people working together who keep the business humming.

Imagine if you walked into the office tomorrow and no one was there but yourself. You wouldn’t be able to do it alone! You depend on many people throughout the course of the day. Every single role has its own importance because it allows you time to do what you do.

It’s your job as a leader to inspire your associates and show them how their role fits into the big picture. Show your people how what they do is important! It allows them to have satisfaction in what they do when they know they’re of importance.

Respect your people by giving them what they need to do their job well; be humble and understand that your ideas may not always be right; be selfless and think of others needs before your own; forgive your people when they make errors because we’re all only human; be honest and straightforward with them, and most importantly, be committed to them if you want them to be committed to you.