Underrated Leadership Skills You Must Know

In leadership, there are appropriate rated skills like coaching, communication, decision-making, and accountability that are essential to delivering results. Then, there are underrated qualities that are often overlooked or undervalued.  These skills might not receive as much attention but are equally essential for sustained success.

If you are a contrarian, this week is for you.

In the information age we all work and live in, people are more in tune with all the challenges and negativity in the world. It has made it hard to be optimistic, which is why it’s a competitive advantage. It also happens to be a choice you make.

The benefit of being optimistic is that it creates a magnetic pull for like-minded people toward you.

What it means:

Nothing will erode trust in a team faster than a leader failing to keep their commitments.  Since trust is the foundation of any relationship and it’s built consistently over time, honoring promises is essential.

You will demonstrate character, integrity, and reliability by keeping your commitments.  These character behaviors set you apart in a work world where many people are the opposite.

Did you know that 70% of employees say they would feel more valued if their managers were better listeners and employees are 4.6 times more likely to feel empowered to perform their best work when they feel heard?  Despite these staggering statistics, the listening skills of managers are appallingly bad.

The reason is most managers overestimate the quality of their listening skills. To avoid this, don’t assume you are listening; assume you are not listening.

Have a day,

John Eades | CEO LearnLoft

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