Developing A Leadership Philosophy: Part II

Role Expectations
Expectations of Leaders

Research indicates that people have common expectations of their leaders. Ask yourself how others would rate you on the following expectations:

• Honest, just, and fair treatment
• Consideration as mature, professional workers
• Working within a climate of trust and confidence
• Acceptance of own errors and the opportunity to use them as learning experiences
• Personal interest taken in them as individuals
• Loyalty
• Shielding from harassment from “higher-ups”
• Anticipating and meeting their needs • Being told purpose of tasks
• Clear-cut and positive decisions and instructions that are not constantly changing
• Demands commensurate with their capabilities—not too small and not too great
• Public recognition for their good work

Leaders’ Expectations
Leaders likewise have expectations of others. Assess how clearly you and other company leaders are communicating the following expectations:

• Fulfilling their organizational roles as expected by their seniors
• Being responsible and using initiative
• Loyalty as demonstrated by willing and obedient service to instructions, whether in agreement or not
• When a conflict exists, having the moral courage to bring it to the leader’s attention at the proper place and time, and in an appropriate manner
• Using their abilities for the good of the company
• Taking action even though complete information may not be available

Leadership Styles