At the top of your company’s C-suite is a formidable person who holds the control of the business. The is the CEO. If you’re in that role, or want to be, you will no doubt want to be the best CEO ever.
What qualities set great CEOs apart from all the others? Just like highly effective individuals possess definite habits, and thriving entrepreneurs do, too, future and present CEOs will really shine when they take hold of certain qualities.
Be Believable
You must be credible in all situations. The best way to accomplish this is simple. You ALWAYS tell the truth. When folks see that your words coincide with your actions, they will believe and trust in you.
Show Ability
You understand how to do your job, but what about the positions of all who work for you? A stellar leader should be capable of doing any position in the biz with meek confidence.
Caring for Others
Caring means putting other people first. Pointing out the triumphs of others and showing real interest in both their work and personal lives.
Recognizing People’s Names
Take a list home and study it. Use personal devices. Your mission is to know the names of all you meet as you serve as CEO. If you’re intermingling with an individual whose name you don’t know, ask, but do it with some grace. And this is a good spot to say this as well. A good leader talks to people and not at them, knowing the difference between the two.
Inspiring People
True leadership is when everyone else feels in charge….
Do those folks who report completely to you feel in charge? Not just in charge of their groups but also the way their department is going and how successes are gaged? Empowering and inspiring folks as they work for your business ensures all feel able in their individual roles.