What type of business leader are you?

There are four main types of leaders. I compiled a lot of information on each type. See if you identify with any of the personality types below to discover what type of leader you are.
1. Do you love to help employees develop their long-term goals and also have them coincide with company growth? Do you love to mentor employees but find you spend to much time on people who don't want to be coached? If so, you're a coach leader. The key is to surround yourself with other people who love to motivate and be motivated.

2. Do you give your employees a lot of freedom? Are your employees very loyal to you as a result of this freedom? Do you sometimes find yourself dishing out praise even when it really isn't deserved? If so, you're a team builder! Surround yourself with people who are tougher than you have no problem dishing out the truth when needed.

3. Does everything and everyone have to be perfect? Do your employees really meet your high-standards? Do you love to micro-manage? If so, you're a general! It might be hard, but try to listen to the ideas more. You might hear a great one!

4. Do you focus on the big picture? Are you results driven? Do you love to show others how smart you are? If so, you're a visionary. Try not to explain to people what your vision is. Instead, have them help you get to your vision!

Have a great weekend! I'll blog more on Monday.

Twyla N. Garrett

Are you wasting precious time?

Are you always at work? Are you always behind? Chances are that you are at work more often than needed because you are wasting time in the office. It doesn't matter if you are a CEO, hourly employee or an intern- time wasting happens. So, how do you avoid it?

Shut off the Internet. Yes, the Internet at work will cause you to get behind on actual work. Most people do not need access to the Internet to perform 80% of their job tasks. So, if you are online chances are it is for personal reasons. Get off the internet and get to work.

Handling other people's business. Yes, sticking your nose in other people's business or problems will take away from your own job requirements. Even if you are a boss, there is a chance that you are dealing with other people's problems before handling your own business. Stop putting out potential fires or getting involved with politics. If someone is trying to drag you into a fight or a discussion about challenges- walk away. Tell the party to schedule it with you for a later date and return back to work.

Stop with the meetings. There are people out there who love meetings and discussions. This is a huge waste of time. You can schedule brief meetings but keep it brief. Reports, status updates, and the a like can all be reported, and quickly, through email.

Get control of your schedule to help keep the stress away from your workplace and life. If you cut back on the Internet use at work, walk away from the drama and request reports via email- you will free up your schedule.

Happy Saturday!

Twyla