Management (The Brian Tracy Success Library)

SEVENTEEN

Become a Role Model

ONE OF THE most important contributions you can make to your business is to become a role model to your staff. You should strive to become the kind of person that people look up to, admire, and want to be like.

Excellent managers know that they are constantly being observed by their staff and that their behavior sets the standard for the entire work unit. Remember that your people will work the way you do. If you want people to come in early in the morning, you come in early. If you want them to be punctual, make a habit of being punctual yourself. If you want them to set priorities on their tasks, you should set priorities on your tasks. If you want them to use their time well, you should use your time ...