My Biggest Ick In Leaders

Summary

• It's important to be consistent in your behavior, not just in business but in your personal life as well.
• Acting professionally at work and then engaging in irresponsible behavior outside of it can negatively impact your business.
• Such conduct can result in losing the respect of your employees, especially the high-quality ones.
• It's critical to behave in a way that wouldn't embarrass or disappoint the people who work for you.
• Always consider whether your actions are something you and your team would be proud to associate with, in all aspects of life.

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How To Take Action

I would suggest implementing a "mirror test" practice for all actions. Before doing anything, ask yourself, "Would I be proud if my team saw me doing this?" If the answer is no, then don't do it. This simple but effective strategy keeps your behavior consistent and respectable, both inside and outside of work.

A good way of making sure you act professionally at all times is to imagine your most respected employee is watching you. This can stop you from making choices that might make you lose their respect. Remember, actions outside of work can affect your business just as much as actions inside work.

Also, take time at the end of each day for reflection. Ask yourself, "Did my actions today reflect well on both me and my business?" If they didn't, think about what you can do differently tomorrow.

To prevent engaging in behavior that could harm your professional image or personal life, set clear boundaries for yourself, especially in social situations. Decide beforehand how you'll handle offers to drink or go to places that could lead to trouble.

Lastly, lead by example. Good, quality employees would want to stay with a leader they admire. Showing consistency in your actions will inspire your team to do the same, which can lead to a strong, trustworthy brand for your business.

Quotes by Leila Hormozi

"I think a lot of people can show up to their business and put on a face and act like a professional"

– Leila Hormozi

"and then go get drunk and end up at God knows where at 3:00 a.m. when they've got a wife at home"

– Leila Hormozi

"I don't want to with that the amount of times that seeps into business and it shows up"

– Leila Hormozi

"and people don't want to work for you when you're like that"

– Leila Hormozi

"at least not good people"

– Leila Hormozi

Full Transcript

I think a lot of people can show up to their business and put on a face and act like a professional and then go get drunk and end up at God knows where at 3:00 a.m. when they've got a wife at home I don't want to with that the amount of times that seeps into business and it shows up and people don't want to work for you when you're like that at least not good people you know and the good people leave are they somebody that we would be proud to associate with both in the business and outside of the business