Leadership Tip #4: Make Decisions and Take Responsibility

The iPhone has changed the mobile world tremendously since it first came into the world in 2007. While it may not be the best smartphone in the world, Apple sure has changed the world of mobile communications, mobile entertainment and created a mobile lifestyle surrounding this one gadget.

I wonder what Steve Jobs thought as he was about to launch the first iPhone into the world. This was a first of its kind. I am sure there were many naysayers then as it is now. Did he let opposition sway him? I am glad he didn't.

A great leader makes decisions and take responsibility for them and while Steve may have taken a risk then, he took a stand for what he believed in. And regardless of the results, he stood firm.

And I respected him for it.

Oh ya, I was an Apple naysayer then, got converted in 2008 and am a loyal fan today.

Go Apple!

Leadership Tips #3: Be Proactive

When I hear the term proactive, I always think of brushing my teeth. Waking up in the morning and going to brush my teeth is always the first thing I do every morning. You can say it is the first proactive thing I do every day.

The good thing about being proactive is that once you do it often enough, it becomes habitual, you are set. Proactive ness as a habit is definitely a good trait to have. It makes one stand out of the crowd of achievers around you

Leadership Tip #2: Think of the Big Picture

The big picture: the TV from the hotel I recently stayed in came to mind. With a bigger screen you can see more of an area than a smaller screen will provide.

A leader, too should focus on the high level view, to be able to understand a project or an event as a whole. Not merely focusing on the nitty gritty of daily tasks, but to know the ultimate destination.

To be able to see the journey from a higher elevation with fill a leader with confidence. A leader who is able to describe what he sees to his team will offer hope.

And hope helps a team carry on.