Last week has been one of challenging week for me. I was in charge of the office due to my boss business trip to Jakarta. And boy, it ain't easy peasy.
I always have this vision of a friendly leader. I don't wanna be snobby or bossy cause I'd been working for one in the past and it felt like hell. I want to be a leader that is not scared of, someone who cares and listens and most importantly, be able to direct my co-worker to a better path for their career.
I set a pretty high bar, eh? Haha.
Well, I guess I wasn't doing good enough despite my crystal clear vision. I was overwhelmed by the amount of work I had to do, not to mention controlling every division and checking on every body's work. And I had my own projects to run too. And I had to prepare briefing material for the new employees. And I had to remind my self not to skip breakfast and take vitamins since I was most likely get a flu. The list goes on.
But no, this is not a complaining post. I write this solely to remind my future self that being a good leader is a lot of work. Sometimes we need to consider several impact of our own action to the other co-workers. Sometimes we have to consider their personal feelings. Will they take it the hard way if I'm being blunt about their sloping performance? Will they see the vision you see? Will they understand that you being strict to them is for their own professional track record? Will they accept that going the extra mile is not the same with extra tasks? Walking between the lines is one risky job. But I think that's a responsibility a leader bear.
At the end of the week, I come to understanding that a good leader is not a night in the making. It's probably like a good wine. It takes time. It needs a good maintain from the inside and out. It needs supportive environment.
I feel so relieve my boss is now back in the city. I guess, I still need a little help here and there.
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