Nelson Mandela Quote on Communication, Intelligence, and Ethics

A good head and good heart are always a formidable combination. But when you add to that a literate tongue or pen, then you have something very special. — Nelson Mandela

Possessing the necessary intelligence and having the right leadership ethics are important attributes for effective management and leadership. Managers will also need to communicate effectively if they want to lead their teams. It’s hard for team members to follow their manager if he or she does not communicate clearly and regularly with them. And, it’s hard for team members to follow their manager if he or she does not listen to them.

You have the technical skills and the right ethics to lead your team. To be truly exceptional as a leader, communicate often and communicate well with your team. And, remember that effective communication is always two ways.

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Robert Tanner, MBA

Welcome to my leadership blog. I'm the Founder & Principal Consultant of Business Consulting Solutions LLC, a certified practitioner of psychometric assessments, and a former Adjunct Professor of Management. As a leadership professional, I bring 20+ years of real world experience at all levels of management.

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