What Good Leaders Do

  1. Create a clear and compelling vision for the future.
  2. Set and communicate effectively the long term direction.
  3. Involve others in decisions.
  4. Listen a lot.
  5. Gain the support of others.
  6. Influence effectively.
  7. Act as an ambassador for the organisation.
  8. Act as a role model and demonstrate the behaviours expected.
  9. Take a real interest in others.
  10. Stay connected to the key stakeholders.

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Duncan Brodie of Goals and Achievements helps accountants and health professionals to achieve success and realize their professional potential through being highly effective leaders and managers. For more information and to sign up for his free audio e-course click here

About the Author Duncan Brodie

Since 2006 I’ve worked with in excess of 8,000 accountants and professionals in workshops, seminars and one to one helping them land their next jobs and become better leaders, presenters and business partners. Before that I spent 25 years in accountancy climbing the career ladder from Payments Clerk to FD. I’m a CIMA Fellow, Certified Professional Coach and Team Coach Facilitator.

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