2006-10-20 14:10:21 · 7 answers · asked by imtiyaz 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
A good team leader leads by example. Sets the tone for the entire team and offers constructive criticism when needed and compliments good work.
A bad team leader does none of these things. Has the attitude that he/she is above doing the work and only stands and oversees work even if help is needed.
2006-10-20 14:16:11 · answer #1 · answered by Subi 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are many qualities that define a great team leader. Some may claim that good looks and talented skills are among this list, this claim simply is not true. To be a great team leader, one must contain genuine concern, and compassion towards others. Always striving for something better. Not just stopping for good but going for the best. Being responsible is another quality that defines a great leader. These are just a few of many more that aid in defining a great leader!
2016-03-17 05:14:21 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Good Team Leader, will divide the entire job among all the team members, considering their strength and weakness to successfully complete the given assignment with in time. When ever there is more time available, he/she shall do some changes to provide opportunity to each one of them to enlarge their capability. He shall also support a team member/s where ever the member is found weak and member found strong in particular area is encouraged to guide and support others.
A Team Leader, not able to carry on with team is bad Leader, and should not continue as a Team Leader at all.
2006-10-24 05:22:06 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good team leader:
Accepts responsibility for the groups failures.
Gives all credit to the group for the groups successes.
Leads by example.
Gives constructive criticism in private.
Gives praise publicly.
Makes time to listen to the team.
Is fair in settling disputes.
Does not show favoritism.
Delegates responsibility and then lets those people do their jobs.
Does not micro-manage.
Does not expect people to do what the leader would not do him/herself.
A bad leader does the opposite of all of this.
Hope that helps some!
2006-10-20 14:27:23 · answer #4 · answered by Westward 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I can list down a number of good qualities a team leader should have:
1.Know your team. At some point, every day, walk around the office and say "Hi" to everyone who works for you. If you're not in the office that day, call and see how people are.
2. Meet your team. Regularly - daily, weekly or monthly, depending on your place and type of work - have meetings of all the members of the team. Keep these meetings short, focused and action-orientated.
3. Train your team. Every team member should have at least two days training a year. Newer and more senior colleagues should have more. If they don't ask to go on training sessions, suggest some suitable courses.
4.Grow your team. Through varied experience and regular training, you should be developing each team member to be more and more confident and more skilled.
5.Set objectives for each team member. As far as possible, these objective such be SMART - Specific Measurable Achievable Resourced Timed.
6.Review the performance of each team member. At least once a year - at least quarterly for the first year of a new team member - have a review session where you assess performance, give feedback and agree future objectives and training.
7.Inspire your team. Consider making available a motivational quote or story every week or month.
8.Socialise with your team. Have lunch or an after-work drink with them, especially when a staff member has a birthday or there's another reason to celebrate.
9.Thank constantly. The words "Thank you" take seconds to say, but mean so much.
10.Praise constantly. The words "Well done" take seconds to say, but will be long remembered and appreciated.
11.Communicate constantly. Don't assume that people know what you're doing, still less what you are planning or thinking. Tell them, using all the communication tools to hand: team briefings, electronic newsletters, organisational newspapers.
12.Eliminate. Too often we do things because they've always been done. Life changes. Consider whether you could stop doing certain things altogether.
13.Delegate. You don't have to do everything. Develop your team members by training them to do more and trusting them to take over some of the things you've been doing.
14.Empower. A really effective leader sets clear objectives for his team members, but leaves detailed implementation of these objectives to the discretion and judgement of individual members of the team. As Second World War U.S. General George S. Patton put it: "Don't tell people how to do things. Tell them what to do and let them surprise you with their results”.
15.Facilitate. A confident leader does not try to micro-manage his team, but makes it clear that, if team members need advice or assistance, he is always there to facilitate and support.
16.Be on time. Always start meetings on time and finish them on time. Natural breaks keep people fresh. Short meetings concentrate the mind.
17.Be seen. Don't just talk the talk, but walk the walk. So visit each unit or department for which you are responsible on a regular basis. Don't do this unannounced - you are not out to undermine other leaders or catch out staff. So arrange with the unit leader or departmental head when you'll visit and ask him or her to walk round with you.
18.Make time. Managers are often very busy and this can deter people from approaching you, so make time for people and be approachable. People will appreciate you taking five minutes out of your busy schedule, especially if you act on/listen to what they say.
19.Really listen. Many of us - especially those who think they are important - don't really listen, but instead think about what they're going to say next. Give the person speaking to you your full attention and really take on board what they are saying.
20.Accept honest criticism. Criticism is hard to take, particularly from a relative, a friend, an acquaintance or a stranger - but it's a powerful tool of learning. Above all, assess criticism on merit, without regard to its originator.
21.Think strategically. The doers cut a path through the jungle; the managers are behind them sharpening the machetes; the leaders find time to think, climb the nearest tree, and shout "Wrong jungle!" Find time to climb the trees.
22.Have a mentor or buddy, someone doing similar work in the same or a similar organisation with whom you can regularly and frankly discuss your progress and your problems as a leader.
23.Have a role model, someone who can inspire you to be a truly great leader.
24.Constantly revisit and review these tips. In his seminal work, "The Seven Habits Of Highly Effective People", Stephen Covey puts it this way: "Sharpen the saw".
25.Plan your succession. You won't be there forever and you may not be in control of the timing and circumstances of your departure. So start now to mentor and train at least one colleague who could take over from you.
On the other hand, a bad team leader is the opposite of what is mentioned here and worst, he thinks he can just manipulate his team and rule in fear.
Hope this helps. Goodluck!
2006-10-20 14:25:56 · answer #5 · answered by ~Charmed Flor~ 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
under a god team leader - team says " we did it "
while under a bad team leader - member of the team blame each other for their failures
2006-10-20 14:40:57 · answer #6 · answered by tan_kaa_milan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it all depends upon the members of your team
and the luck factor you enjoy
2006-10-21 21:57:08 · answer #7 · answered by R Purushotham Rao 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋