Shine Now Magazine September Issue_r3 | Page 38

for someone more concerned with their bottom line than anything else . Especially , ignoring the workload of their employees . They want to work for someone who is willing to put her hands to the plough and get dirty when necessary .
" When a leader doesn ’ t have the support of her team , her business will not last long "
Second , a business leader will lose the respect of her employees fast if she does not value them and their work . She would never step up and take credit for work that they did . Employees must know you care about them . You display your concern by your words , action and thoughts towards them .
Third , she understands the meaning of private versus public reward and / or discipline . She is cognizant of the morale of her employees . She is discrete and knows when to settle a matter behind closed doors . The reward or discipline isn ' t excessive because it shows favoritism or disdain . Everything is not done in public . Your employees notice the smallest change in treatment and will follow your lead .
Last , knowing how to treat your employees is important ! You can do it the right way or the wrong way . Here are some questions to ponder when it comes to employer-employee relationships :
• How do I view my employees ?
• Could I do more for my employees ?
• Do my employees have what they need to get their job done ?
• Do I have a double standard ?
A woman who is a virtuous business leader is able to check herself and improve in areas where she is lacking . When a leader doesn ’ t have the support of her team , her business will not last long . She will spend a lot of time doing damage control because of the culture she created in her business ..