Unit-1
Being
a Boss depends upon your Performance; being a Leader depends upon your Character.
Let’s understand the meaning of the word Performance & Character before understanding the above stated difference
Performance:
The accomplishment of a given task measured against pre-set known standards of
accuracy, completeness, cost, & speed. To accomplish the given task the
individual should possess and keep developing a set of skills and knowledge on
a regular basis
Character: The character of a person or the qualities they have that make them distinct from other people or
places.
When you focus on
skills & knowledge your performance will improve, whereas if you focus on
your Attitude your character will improve. Your promotion might be based on
your performance, but your growth is based upon your character.
People under you might admire your performance but they will respect your character.
People might join you for your performance, but they will stay with you for your character.
In order to evaluate whether
there is a Leader or boss in you ask yourself the following questions:
1.
Does your subordinate seek your
expertise?
2.
Does your subordinate talk to you beyond
the job& job-related issues?
3.
Does your subordinate see you as a
well-wisher?
4.
Is your subordinate staying with your
despite of organisation pressure?
5.
Do your subordinates refer their friends
or other department colleagues to join you?
6.
Do you focus more on improving your
performance or character?
The above questions might give you an
idea of how others perceive you and what is your focus towards building your
character
Character makes trust possible and trust
is the foundation of Leadership
John.C.Maxwel
The
Author of 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership and the 21 Indispensable Qualities
of a Leader.
Written
by: M.L.Narendra Kumar
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