Excerpted from the Executive Report: Taking Leadership to the Next Level
Are you a transparent leader or nontranparent leader? Here are a list of differences, says Al Johnson, president of Inspiratude Coaching Solutions:
- Transparent leaders say what's on their minds. Nontransparent leaders say what others want to hear.
- Transparent leaders are consistent in their actions and reactions. Nontransparent leaders aren't.
- Transparent leaders are honest and admit when they need help. Nontransparent leaders attempt to cover up flaws or the need for help.
- Transparent leaders support bold claims with bold action. Nontransparent leaders say one thing and then turn around and do another.
- Transparent leaders are honest and openly communicate. Nontransparent leaders are duplicitous and withhold information that should be shared.
Becoming a transparent leader isn't easy, and sometimes there are forces within an organization that work against transparency. But good leaders work to break down those barriers.
DIGGER DEEPER
As a leader, does your staff trust and respect you? Do you stand out from the crowd? You can. Read the Executive Report: Taking Leadership to the Next Level
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