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What Category Do You Fall Into?

Only 20% of managers are rated "good. 80% not good.

To see where you stand, check yourself against these seven essential management behaviors.

  1. Creating hope, purpose, and vision for the team

  2. Setting goals and managing performance through regular meetings​

  3. Providing clear expectations, guidance, and regular feedback​

  4. Recognizing and developing individual strengths​

  5. Building strong relationships and trust with employees​

  6. Showing compassion and supporting employee well-being​

  7. Maintaining stability and consistency as a leader​

Add up your score for the above (total 70 points). Finally, add in an extra 10 points for questions 1, 3 and 7 above, critical areas. What's your score out of 100, what's your percentage of management excellence.

What's Your Current Level?

1) Novice
2) Advanced Beginner
3) Competent
4) Proficient
5) Expert

We can help you more up a level, and all the way to the top

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TURN GOOD IDEAS INTO HABITS

Why not set reminders in your calendar to apply the the tips shared here or any others that are on your mind?

Leadership is about making others better as a result of your presence and making sure that impact lasts in your absence.

Sheryl Sandberg

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You Can't Energise Others Without Being Energised Yourself

Leadership is contagious—so is your energy. If you show up tired, irritable, or stressed, that mood spreads fast.
You need to bring calm, confident energy into the room—especially when others are feeling uncertain.
You can’t energise others unless you’re energised yourself.
That means knowing what drains you, what fuels you, and building habits that protect your state.
Regular exercise isn’t optional—it’s a proven way to clear the mind, lift your mood, and build resilience. It's a stress buster and energises you.
Your presence sets the tone. Sustainable leadership starts with self-leadership.

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Bad Leader.
Guilty or Not Guilty?

Let's find out. The 4 Es of leadership don’t lie

1. ENERGY 
Do you show up with drive — or drain the room the moment you walk in?

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2. ENERGIZE 
Are your people motivated after talking to you — or just relieved it’s over?

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3. EDGE 
Do you make tough calls when needed — or hide behind indecision and delay?

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4. EXECUTE 
Do you turn plans into results — or talk big and deliver small?

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There's an associated, quality "Passion". If it’s missing, so is your impact. Be honest: On the 4 Es, are you a force for good or part of the problem?

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Are You A Low Impact Personality Type

Seven Simple Hacks That'll Make Teams Love You

1. Open Meetings with a Positive Note
Start team meetings by casually inviting, “What’s one good thing that happened this week?” It sets a positive tone and gently encourages appreciation—even a small smile or nod helps.

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2. Match People with Work They Enjoy
Quietly notice what team members are good at, and assign tasks to fit. When people do work they find interesting, they naturally shine.

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3. Build Simple Connections
Even if you’re not chatty, regular check-ins—like a sincere “How are you?”—can make a big difference. People value feeling seen and heard, even in brief moments.

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4. Tie Everyday Work to the Big Picture
Every so often, remind your team how their work makes a difference. A few words about “why this matters” goes further than you might think.

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5. Notice and Appreciate Progress
You don’t have to wait for huge results—offer a simple “good job” or quiet thanks for steady effort. Small acknowledgments are motivating.

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6. Spotlight Strengths in Others
If you’re hesitant to call out your own, look for moments to commend your team’s strengths. It nurtures goodwill without fanfare.

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7. Share or Invite “Three Good Things”
Each week, gently encourage sharing three positives—your own or as a group. Focusing on what’s going well quietly uplifts team spirit.

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Bonus quick win: Give a warm “good morning,” a genuine “how are you?” or a simple “thank you.” Little courtesies help you come across as positive and approachable—even if you’re soft-spoken. Small, positive gestures add up to lasting impressions.

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Stepping Up?

5 High-Impact Communication Shifts

1. Directing the Conversation

Meetings should have a purpose and a destination. Set the tone, guide the flow, and conclude with clarity. Stay on track and help others do the same.

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2. Break the Habit of Seeking Approval

Instead of speaking to be liked, break the habit of approval-seeking. Replace it with speaking to lead—express your ideas with clarity and conviction, even before you have the official title.

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3. Avoid Speaking Without Purpose

Previously you may have filled the room with words or noise just to be heard. As a leader, your conversational thread needs to be focused on what matters most. When you enter conversations do so with a clear purpose and letting your presence, not volume, convey authority. Sometimes, silence is more powerful than speaking.

 

4. You Don't Need To Have All the Answers

Don’t feel compelled to have every answer. Break this habit by focusing on asking the right questions—questions that clarify confusion and drive progress.

 

5. Maintaining Control of Conversations

They'll be times when you need to be decisive and perhaps tell people things they don't want to here. Don’t let emotions or sympathy dilute your message by sharing too much or wandering off topic. Be direct and concise. Stay on message and know when to stop speaking.

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