When it comes to business, a true leader does not have to delegate. He
or she will have empowered his team to provide the ideas for the specific task
at hand.
However, danger quickly develops when an individual assumes the role of
leader while still learning to become one. Being a leader is much like being
pregnant – you either are or you are not.
Of course, a there are stages of leadership and leaders must continue
to improve or their leadership can become ineffective. A leader isn’t perfect, nor is
becoming one the last stop on the road to success. Rather, each level of
leadership is a stepping stone to a higher plateau, which is why the most
effective leaders must continue to grow, learn and improve each day.
So – what is the measure of a true leader?
1.
Experience
2.
Learning
from mistakes
3.
Continuous
improvement
Of course, while these three points may represent the internal aspects
of becoming, or maintaining the status of a leader they are not indicative of
the comprehensive attributes of true leadership. At best, they may keep one
afloat. Sooner rather than later,
however limited leadership will lead to the inadequacies that will lead to
disaster unsalvageable relationships and ultimately failure.
The mark of management usually occurs when the manager is not present. The
mark of a good leader is his ability to enlighten, inspire, and empower his
team. Successful leaders interact
with their teams utilizing positive, productive communication skills. Via verbal and inferential thinking,
they instill confidence and apply constructive criticism by shouting positives
and whispering negatives.
For example: If a leader recognizes
a pending problem, their approach toward prevention will determine 99% of the
outcome. Anything else is like
calling the color Blue, Red…you can call it one color – but it is always
another.
Once one is entrusted with leadership, it is important to remember the
need to commit to
·
The
continual cultivation of personal growth
·
Gaining
the loyalty of one’s team
·
Ongoing
awareness of the competition
Effective leadership includes providing the fundamental definition of
operational excellence, while remembering to raise the bar on continual bases.
Defeating the competition can be achieved when a competent leader as
successfully motivated his team.
It is imperative that a proficient Leader also make the tough calls. There
is no such thing as expenses, only investments. The role of a Leader is to determine if the investment will
yield a positive or negative return. A successful leader can be rigorous without
being ruthless. In addition, a Leader introduced to a new environment must
avoid the possibility of initially creating a high turnover within a brief period
of without subsequently causing an ultimately diminished turnover and depleted dedication.
Leaders know Packard’s Law, written by David Packard: “If growth rate and revenue outpaces growth
rate and people, you will not, and in fact cannot, build a great company.”
Leadership starts with oneself. Like any great structure it requires a
solid foundation, vision and an adaptable corporate culture.
Here at ORPICAL our name literally is the foundation on which we will build
a company.
What We Stand For:
Optimism –
We expect the best outcome for our employees and clients.
Respect –
The consistent consideration of all we encounter in a courteous manner.
Passion –
Engaging enthusiasm for the positive wellbeing of people, opportunities
and our planet.
Integrity –
To be known as individuals and a company of scrupulous integrity.
Curiosity –
Be a company that is always eager to teach, learn and grow.
Altruistic –
As a profitable company we
will have the capital to be devoted to the welfare of others.
Steadfast adherence to our commitments and what we stand for as a united
company.
At ORPICAL we help companies of all sizes increase sales while reducing
operational costs. All of our services are performance driven. Therefore, we
need Leaders to ensure our performance exceeds expectations of clients while maximizing
earning potential for all.
Likewise, it wouldn’t hurt to remind oneself that no one entity is “To Big to Fail”. Do you remember Blockbuster,
Compaq, Borders Books, and the many more companies with proven (temporary)
leadership?
