To foster those conditions, involve others in your decision-making. For example, imagine one of your subordinates at work comes to you with a problem. Don't immediately try to fix it – first, ask them what they'd do, and encourage them to find a solution themselves. They'll appreciate that you value their creativity, and feel respected. They'll likely feel empowered, and strive to perform even better in the future.
So when you lead someone, focus on mutual trust and accountability. Studies have shown that companies with a “high-trust-culture,” in which employees feel trusted by their employers, perform better than those with a “low-trust-culture.” So don't lead through strict supervision and control; it might seem easier in the short-term to get immediate results, but in the long-run it's not productive.
A good way to cultivate a “high-trust-culture” is to get regular feedback from those you lead. This will demonstrate that you respect their opinion, and you'll also know what areas you might need to work on.
For instance, if a CEO listens to his employees' feedback, it shows that he values their judgement, and also demonstrates his humility: he knows his performance might not be perfect and he's willing to change.
You'll find personal leadership roles in every aspect of your life, whether it's family, work or even just friends. So be a strong leader by basing your relationships on trust, respect and honesty
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Final Summary
One of the greatest obstacles in life is complacency. When we assume we have endless time, we fail to act with swiftness. When we know we can retreat, we fail to fight with resolve. When we only see victories, we fail to anticipate the costs of our campaigns. That’s where strategy, the art of planning, comes in. To think strategically is to take the long view. Is this war really worth fighting? If so, should we press ahead now or wait? It also tells us how we should fight: with urgency and clarity. When we take to the battlefield of life, we must place our backs against the wall and give ourselves no option for escape. When we know that our only choice is to move forward, we fight with much greater determination.