Leading is a process of directing and influencing others through example, talent, information, and personal interaction skills. In the leading process the manager anticipates future developments in the services offered by the center. From knowledge of the total profession and interaction at the national as well as the local, level, the manager helps the staff, parents, and policy board look beyond the current situation and problems to possible future levels of service.
Maintains an attitude of looking forward to changes and improvements in services using up-to-date information and trends. All individuals involved are helped to maintain a holistic and dynamic picture of their responsibilities. Planning for innovations keeps the problem of burnout or disinterest to a minimum among professionals who are deeply interested in the services they are performing.
The entrepreneur exercises leadership essential to his or her role. A center without a manager who exercises leadership is like a ship without a rudder. It goes nowhere. Staff members will wait patiently for a time, hoping that the manager will exercise leadership. If leadership is not forthcoming, leadership will probably emerge from the staff, which will likely cause discomfort in the manager.
Provides active leadership in professional activities in the community, state, and nation. The strength of any profession lies in the strength of local units of service. Managers should realize that local associations contribute to their staff members’ increasing professionalism and growing professional self-esteem.
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