Whether the work at home business deals with network marketing, direct marketing, or something else, a leader usually does not come with the program. The new entrepreneur is expected to be leader…this means you. There are plenty of places to receive advice regarding leadership, including conventions, meetings, and training sessions. However, the real lessons are learned when you actually get out there and act in a leadership role.
To avoid common leadership traps, home business entrepreneurs should perfect several skills. At the core of these are the principles of hard work, effectiveness, and knowing your role. The first skill to master pertains to where you spend your time. To avoid becoming babysitters, leaders should invest time with others who are investing their own time, money, and effort into themselves and the business.
Working with coachable individuals who can follow directions is also important. Though this seems similar to the first skill, it is not. Leaders should seek those who offer assistance rather than providing resistance. This makes the job much easier for all involved and maintains a positive culture that attracts others to the business.
In this type of business, leaders should primarily be master marketers. Though mentoring is important, it should never be the primary role all the time. Being a teacher full-time puts the brakes on business growth, which eventually affects all involved. Along the same lines, leaders should avoid becoming the team therapist. They should understand and remain confident in their leadership role.
Time is a valuable commodity for leaders so it must be protected. Time also equates to money so leaders should avoid becoming beholden to their team. By reminding themselves of the value they offer to the group, leaders keep themselves focused on their intended role. The business will experience the most success when everyone plays the proper part.
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