You either have a great boss or just a boss. It doesn't take long to figure out which it is.

Some bosses are simply in the position for the better pay scale and the luxuries. And maybe they paid their dues to get there.

But, there's an elite group of individuals that are the boss because they are masters at being the boss.

What makes a good boss? The answer is many things of course.

But let's look at what makes a great boss. There actually five things.

1. Develop every employee
Every successful manager needs great employees.Provide training, mentoring and opportunities employees need and deserve. Instead of worrying about meeting or beating performance goals, develop employees' skills. Achieving the goals is a natural outcome of that.

2. Deal with problems immediately
When problems are not immediately addressed, employee morale, motivation and enthusiasm suffer. This is also distracting, because problems don't solve themselves and could grow into something bigger. When you ignore problems, your employees lose respect for you. Without respect, you can't lead. What the best bosses do: Deal with every issue and problem head on. Never assume someone else will solve your problems.

3. Rescue your worst employee
Every business has at least one employee who has fallen out of favor. He may have failed at a big project or lost her cool in a meeting or just can't keep up with the workload. That person is viewed as the weak link. What the best bosses do: Before you fire him, put your full effort into rescuing him. Work together to find ways to make him successful. Express your confidence and be reassuring. And make sure you have his back every step of the way.

4. Serve others, not yourself
As much as possible, put your employees, not the boss, in the spotlight.What the best bosses do: Consistently act as if your employees are more important than you are, and never ask them to do something you don't do.

5. Always remember where you came from
You are the boss. People look up to you, especially new employees. They may even be in awe of you just because you are the one who is in charge.

Jeff Haden, editor for Inc., says,

What the best bosses do: Take time to talk to your employees. Inspire them, reassure them, motivate them. In the eyes of his or her employees, a remarkable boss is a star. Remember where you came from, and be gracious with your stardom.

Source: Radio Online

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