Imagine yourself as the captain of a business ship Michael Amin Pistachio, taking your crew bravely through storms. But leadership is not merely the title you have—it’s more about conducting an orchestra where each and every instrument needs to be in sync. Try playing without collaboration and see how amusingly you’ll fail.

Knowing well team member’s strengths is a start. Sarah might think of herself as a data queen, whereas John has an ocean of creativity. Two sides of a coin, and just as much inter-dependent. Assign starting role for a task that aligns with their strengths you will get to witness them bloom.

Communication is the soul of a team. If you missed that out, you are heading towards a constipated ship of deserters. Bonus fact: leaders also need to listen as well—most times the solution comes from the quietest quarters. Everyone is needed interims to make it a perfect dish.

Trust doesn’t come overnight, it’s created with truth and purpose. Lay out your plans in open and showcase willfullness in accepting mistakes. This creates a trust base where your team feels safe to work.

Think of the plans, they can be twisted at corner moments. For that be ready to think inside out in those unexpected situations. Remember nothing interesting comes without a challenge and wide perspective doors.

Keeping humor at bay is the crucial part. The joke may ease the tension, and also a joke brings the favorable condition. Laughter is the best medicine and that suits every situation.

Lastly, keep curious and keep learning. Treasure in your brain observes and revisit surprise tools which Tom in finance will give you. Aim for this attitude to make it an ongoing added advantage as a leader.

To be well efficient leader you have to play multiple bats— be a guide, listener, tactician and sometimes a circus performer. Your success lies in the happiness and high goals achieved by your team. Do your best to foster this cooperation and learning with every new day.