Effective Leadership: the Key to Overcoming Organizational Apathy

The only true measure of leadership quality is1. Effective leaders use the most effective style
effectiveness. Effective leaders are consistent,of leadership. Effective leaders learn and use the
they know what works, and they know what“Developer” style of leadership.
doesn’t. As a result, they foster positiveCan effective leaders really make that much of a
and creative work environments, deliverdifference? Are they worth the investment?
measurable and sustainable results, and maintainPainting a primer coat of paint on a metal surface
the ethical integrity of the workplace. Effectivetakes time, investment, and work, but it protects
leaders are aware of their personal, creativethe finish coat from rust over the long term. In
powers and how the forces of apathy affectthe same way, the organizational focus on
people and the organization.effective leadership at every level of the
There are six essential qualities effective leadersorganization is the key to the excellence and
possess that help their organizations overcomesustainability of the organization.
the comfort zones of apathy:Successfully moving an organization to the next
level is difficult, if not impossible, without the
1. Effective leaders believe in people. Highdriving forces of excellence and sustainability. If
expectations and belief in people are the keythey represent the wheel of the effective
characteristics of effective leaders.organization, then effective leadership is the hub
of that wheel. Effective leaders at every level of
1. Effective leaders attract employee involvement.the organization will do the following to promote
Effective leaders are aware of the vital issue ofexcellence and sustainability:
expanded involvement.
1. Foster positive and creative work environments.
1. Effective leaders communicate effectively.Positive and creative work environments usually
Effective leaders are aware of the importance ofdescribe an effective corporate culture.
both feedback and exposure in their
communication style.1. Deliver measurable and sustainable results.
Effectiveness is the only true measure of action,
1. Effective leaders use real motivators. Effectiveand effective leaders consistently choose
leaders are aware of how to use the personal,effective actions supported by measurable results.
internal motivations of people in support of the
common good of the organization.1. Maintain the ethical integrity of the workplace.
Effective leaders maintain the ethical integrity of
1. Effective leaders know how to share power.the workplace by consistently avoiding the
Effective leaders exercise power appropriately bycomfort zone of self-centeredness.
sharing it.You can learn to be an effective leader —
and overcome organizational apathy!