This requires a human approach, that shows appreciation for people’s needs, values, and sense of purpose. You might want your business to run like a finely-oiled machine, but it’s really important to consider what will motivate your employees to make their best contribution to your organization. For example, there is a misconception that extroverts are better at sticking their necks out and getting results, but Susan Cain argues in Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking, that introverted people can be great listeners, and this is a perceptive quality that can help in negotiating and collaborating with others. Some managers are more effective than others, but that doesn’t mean there is a definitive ‘correct’ way to lead a team. There are various different types of leadership style. It requires a growth-mentality that is willing to question your own strengths and vulnerabilities, striving to understand what motivates other people to work effectively, and learning how to encourage and nurture people in your workforce to achieve their potential. Great leadership isn’t a one-size-fits-all quality that can be picked up without effort and consideration. If you are hoping to develop your business leadership skills, you’re already off to a good start. All other elements of business essentially hinge on whether you are able to build a cooperative and collaborative work culture, and this can affect the success of an organization. A strong leader can motivate and inspire people to work towards a shared goal.

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