[[:encoded, “Do you ever wonder why certain businesses fail while similar businesses thrive in the same economic climate? There are several commonalities shared between strategic and successful business owners. The Top 3 Traits of Successful Leaders are centered on the internal operation of their business, analyzing current business practices and carving out an untapped niche in the market. Over the next 3 days I will share with you the top 3 qualities of successful leaders to help them have thriving businesses. nnTrait #1 is to Value Your Team.nOne of the Top 3 Traits of Successful Leaders is a sense of community within their business. Successful business owners understand that employees (team members) must find a sense of happiness and connectedness within their organization in order to take pride in their efforts. Value your team, and be sure to voice it, and you will watch them walk the extra mile for you and your business. Valuing your team consists of:n•tOffering competitive compensation for their dedicationn•tTreating them with respect n•tRecognizing them individually as well as a team n•tRewarding them when they meet key goalsn•tProviding a fun, energetic work environment n•tIncreasing responsibility can increase a sense of ownership and value to the organizationnnThe team members that are doing their best to see your company succeed should be given all of the above and more. However, it’s also imperative to do your due diligence in weeding out the toxic team members. It will serve you and your business best to eliminate team members that pull the energy of the team down. Team members who aren’t adding value to your business should be replaced with dedicated and energetic members. nnAction Step #1nEvaluate your compensation and benefits package for your team members. If they are virtual assistants or temporary help, think of ways you could create an incentive-based promotion (even if it’s seasonal or temporary). In addition, you could ask them what they most need and see if there is a way for you to provide it.nnTune in tomorrow to discover a 2nd Top Trait of Successful Leaders. nnIf you get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. I would really appreciate it. Let me know if you would like me to talk about certain topics that you feel would be of value to you.nnTake advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/Coaching-store/inner-circle-store/. nnCheck out all the great free high-content training web classes, by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/.nnWant more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573. nnCheck out my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) nnSubscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach)nnConnect with me on Linked-In (https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach) nnConnect with me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) nnGo to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve. nnAs an experienced accountability coach and author of 5 books, I help business professionals make more Money, work less, and enjoy even better work life balance.nnCheck out my proven business accelerator resources by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/. n nAim for what you want each and every day! nAnne BachrachnThe Accountability Coach™nnBusiness professionals and Advisors who utilize Anne Bachrach’s proven business-success systems make mor
