When we hear the word “management,” we may sometimes conjure up the image of someone dominating a meeting, insisting on defending their ideas and not giving anyone else a chance to speak up. But being the loudest doesn't make you the smartest person or a real manager. The type of manager we are talking about is someone who only brings value to the team. Having them around is good for everyone – both for the business and the people it works with.
And to identify employees with leadership qualities, in my experience, first observe their communication ability.
The importance of communication skills has been proven in practice over many years. Listening, speaking, reading and writing skills are required at all levels, regardless of title. But while others can communicate at a normal level, managers must be exceptionally good. Why so? Because they need to communicate goals to employees clearly and accurately. Furthermore, they need to inspire others and have meaningful encouragement when the situation is difficult.
Not only are they good at verbal communication, but they are also good at non-verbal communication. What I want to talk about is active listening skills, so that everyone has the opportunity to express their own thoughts and opinions (rather than speaking loudly to make themselves right). Listening to other people's perspectives and then drawing conclusions is characteristic of true managers. If you want such a person, you should definitely not underestimate their communication skills.
Are there any of your employees who are always dedicated to their work and contribute new ideas? Maybe that person has very high management potential.
Employees with leadership qualities do not simply show up on time, do their assigned work at the end of the day, carry their baskets and leave. They show up and find newer ways to make an impact that helps the overall success of the company. The ability to think outside the box and solve creative problems can turn a high-stress conflict into just a minor hassle. And when they bring that spirit into management positions, they can inspire employees to follow suit.
When looking for someone in a management position, another suggestion is to see who can adapt well to change.
We never know what might happen in our lives and the same goes for business. Businesses can decline and rise at any time, and tasks and projects can change in a heartbeat. Because of this, we need individuals who adapt well to change.
When the company has a change in policy or production process, after listening to the convincing reasons, which employee happily accepts and finds the fastest way to adapt as well as encourage others to do the same? on one's own? Remember them when the company needs a new manager.
Someone who can adapt well to change will ensure that no time or resources are wasted. Your business will benefit greatly when there is a manager who possesses these essential skills of all times.
A team or business led by someone lacking emotional intelligence will not be able to survive the tide of a complex business environment.
This is why I think emotional intelligence is also something to consider when identifying potential managers.
Emotional intelligence means the ability to identify, interpret, and change the emotional states of yourself and others. This is an innate trait that is not easily taught but has an unparalleled ability to mediate conflict while managing a range of opposing personalities.
Furthermore, individuals with high emotional intelligence are often very skilled in the art of negotiation and delegation. They can easily determine who is suitable for what job and encourage members to work effectively in a gentle yet powerful way. And you know what, these empathetic managers often lead by example and are especially good at creating a positive work environment.
A question that also needs to be asked when determining whether someone has leadership qualities is whether they are respected by their colleagues or not.
If you've got a specific employee in mind for a senior position, chances are you have a lot of respect for them. However, what is more important is that they also need to be respected by their colleagues. When managers are respected, people will listen to what they have to say, whether it's praise or constructive criticism, and will continue to work hard to meet the stated criteria. go out. Want to know how to see if that employee is truly respected? Look at their relationships, how they behave and work with other colleagues.
Being both a student and a teacher is the final sign of an employee with leadership potential that I want to mention in today's article.
What good managers have in common is a desire to learn and know that everyone has something to teach others. Likewise, they are not afraid to play the role of teacher. They try to create a learning environment for the team, such as sharing the latest breaking news and industry changes in meetings so that everyone is up to speed, not just keeping it to themselves. to prove that you know better than others. Don't forget to ask your employees if they consider themselves a student or a teacher to find out how many leadership qualities they really have.
There are quite a few points to pay attention to, right? That said, just because an employee is popular with colleagues or a veteran team member who has been with the business for many years or is a high performer doesn't necessarily mean he or she has great potential to become a manager. And what's more important is that not everyone with leadership qualities dares to accept that challenging role.
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