20 Characteristics that will help you determine if you are having a positive impact on your Team.

The distinction between being a boss and being a leader may seem small, but it means the world to the people who work with you.

Being the boss does not necessarily mean you are leading. Here is a list of 20 characteristics that will help you determine if you are having a positive impact on your Team.

1. A Boss knows it all; A Leader is always learning.
2. A Boss gives answers; A Leader seeks solutions.
3. A Boss talks more than listens; A Leader listens more than talks.
4. A Boss directs; A Leader coaches.
5. A Boss criticizes; A Leader encourages.
6. A Boss identifies weaknesses; A Leader identifies natural gifts.
7. A Boss is all about “me;” A Leader is all about “we.”
8. A Boss places blame; A Leader takes accountability.
9. A Boss protects her ego; A Leader reveals her vulnerability.
10. A Boss demands results; A Leader inspires performance.
11. A Boss depends on authority; A Leader depends on goodwill
12. A Boss inspires fear; A Leader generates enthusiasm
13. A Boss places blame for the breakdown; A Leader fixes the breakdown.
14. A Boss knows how it is done; a Leader shows how it’s done.
15. A Boss uses people; A Leader develops people.
16. A Boss takes credit; A Leader gives credit.
17. A Boss commands; A Leader Asks.
18. A Boss says “Go”; A Leader says “Let’s Go”.
19. A Boss creates fear; A Leader creates confidence.
20. A Boss makes work drudgery; A Leader makes it interesting.
Every team has a boss, but they really need a leader. Start leading today.