The Best Bosses in the World Do These 10 Things

​Have you ever had a really good boss? Someone who always brought out the best in you, made you feel valued and inspired you to work harder than ever before? Then you’ll understand how much of a difference a good supervisor can make to your motivation and performance. So, when you want your team to perform well, it’s helpful to adopt the habits of the best bosses in the world.

​Check out these 10 behaviours of great bosses:

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1. They’re good communicators. Great bosses know how to listen to what their people are saying — and how to empathize with them. They also understand that the more transparent they are about what’s going on and why, the more likely their teams are to do their best.
2. They empower their people. Instead of micromanaging their team members, good bosses provide them with the knowledge, tools and support they need to do their jobs well without constant scrutiny.
3. They coach their people. As Inc. reports, the best bosses leverage problems as teaching opportunities. They help their teams resolve issues by sharing insights and providing guidance so their people can grow and gain more experience.
4. They hold themselves accountable. Great bosses know that the buck stops with them — and if something goes wrong, it’s because they didn’t correct it in time. So instead of blaming their teams, they take full responsibility.
5. They’re open to trying new things. According to Business Insider, good bosses don’t just stick with things because it’s the way they’ve always been done. They’re always looking for the best way to do things — so they’re willing to give their people room to innovate and experiment.
6. They provide constructive feedback. The best bosses offer objective assessments of their team members’ performance and provide pointers on how to improve.
7. They create a safe, inclusive work environment. They promote trust between team members so that everybody feels confident enough to ask questions and share new ideas.
8. They challenge their employees. Great bosses know that their people will only stay engaged and grow if they’re challenged in their jobs. That’s why they provide stretch assignments and opportunities for development.
9. They lead by example. The best bosses don’t just talk the talk — they also walk the walk. They never ask something of their employees that they’re not willing to do themselves.
10. They work on their own development. Good bosses know that they need to keep growing so they can keep supporting their team members. They acquire new skills and take on new challenges to build up their own knowledge and experience. ​

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If you learn these behaviours, you’ll soon be on your way to becoming a better boss. You’ll help your people gain confidence in their abilities and inspire them to bring their best to work — every day of the week.