Lead Well with 6 Codes of Personal Conduct

Lead Well with 6 Codes of Personal Conduct

Leadership roles are the brass ring, so when you land one, don’t take it for granted. Establish your personal brand from the start, with integrity at its core. You’ll need to embody the values of your corporation to the n^th degree in order to be worthy of the trust that is being placed in you. While you can expect to face adversity in your new role, you can rely on your strength of character to see you through the challenges.

• Professional Ethics

In your role as a leader, you’ll be expected to uphold and promote company values at all times. As a leading corporate ambassador, you’ll need to be truthful and only make promises you can keep. You’ll be expected to step up and meet problems head on, when and where they arise. Your employees will model their behavior after yours, and their respect for you will underscore their productivity.

• Personal Character

On a personal level, you’ll have to maintain a professional distance from co-workers in order to be objective and fair. As a leader, it is possible that your personal life may come into the spotlight to be publicly scrutinized. How you conduct yourself socially and on social media must align with your professional persona, to maintain credibility and not jeopardize your reputation.

• Dynamic Duty

Leadership roles are awarded to original thinkers capable of adding value to their companies. It’s your duty to reject complacency, embrace innovation and take your enterprise into the future. This involves staying not only abreast of your niche in the marketplace, but ahead of the curve.

• Accountable Actions

In your leadership capacity, you will delegate tasks to employees who will rely on you to match your expectations to their skills. Be prepared to take full responsibility for the results of work done according to your instructions. Monitor progress and provide constructive feedback to your staff to ensure that all work meets or exceeds company standards.

• Sincere Presentation

Your word is your bond; think carefully before you speak. There will be a lot to learn, so do your homework. Prepare thoroughly for meetings and if you make a promise, be sure to keep it. Listen actively, keep an open mind and consider new ideas at every opportunity. Present yourself with confidence and dignity, always dress appropriately and be a role model for others in your organization. Maintain high standards for yourself. Arrive early and work late when necessary. Enjoy your work and interactions with coworkers.

• Other-Centered

In the epic ballads of old, the fearless leader devotes himself to the welfare of those in his care. Effective leaders of today dedicate themselves to the success of their employees. Commit to fostering the professional growth and development of your staff. Create a culture of opportunity that will inspire their best efforts, and delegate tasks that will enable them to advance on their career paths.

Leadership is an awesome responsibility and you’re up for the challenge. Today’s volatile business world can be a real merry-go-round. Take up the reins and enjoy the ride!

*To learn more about how Nathan R Mitchell and Clutch Consulting LLC can help your grow your business and lead to your full potential faster, reach out to us today, or listen to our podcasts on Leading With Purpose - Empowering Talk Radio.