Be a Leader

Even when your title is "Manager" of something

Some tasks require effective management. And leaders can provide that. But leaders ALSO lead.

Leaders set the future direction of the company and the team. They do not just focus on the next deadline. When leaders consider the “big picture,” they get things out the door on-time and on-budget now, and they also position people and things so that more, bigger, and better projects can successfully go out on-time and on-budget in the future.

Treat your people as the best versions of themselves, and you will see a lot of those best versions. Grow their skills and their confidence, and they will add their talents to future projects. Build mutual respect, and you will grow mutual loyalty.

(quote source: https://www.leadershipgeeks.com/50-funny-leadership-quotes/)