Column: Leadership Secrets

LEADERSHIP SECRETS
Invest In Knowledge Workers

By Kumud Goel, Managing Director, KLG Systel

In today's dynamic business environment, personal and corporate lives are becoming so entwined that it is often hard to distinguish between the two. In companies such as our own, the intellectual capital resides with knowledge workers; they are the true drivers of the business. These workers are rich in domain experience, and possess expertise in various industry-sectors.

Companies like KLG need to create an environment that is ethereal-they should be bereft of rigid organisational hierarchies and instead, be built around evolving philosophies and business plans. A true leader is one who can facilitate this process. Consequently, leadership does not flow through hierarchy or position, but through acceptance. And the job of the leader is to achieve gains in productivity and profitability of the company.

I believe radical thinking is integral to the psyche of leaders; it can help them tap emerging opportunities of wealth creation. Leaders must not only have a vision, but be able to successfully communicate this to each member of the organisation.

Leaders should always look out for talented individuals and nurture them. They should have the mental maturity to play the role of a catalyst; instead of doing everything themselves, they should harness the organisation's talent pool.

All leaders have to motivate people around them. They should be able to infuse in others the same passion they have for the business. It is also important for leaders to attract the best employees and ensure that they continue to stay and grow with the organisation. This is especially true for the it sector, but is equally relevant for companies in other sectors.

Being the public face of the organisation, a leader must continuously demonstrate business integrity and set high standards of work ethic, serving as a role model for others to follow. Further, a good leader must learn to be patient and inspire others. After all, leadership is not just about setting high standards, but also showing the way to get there.

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