Translated from 日本語 • View original The Courage to Be Hated for Leaders
What do you think is most necessary for a leadership position?
It is "a mindset and behavior that does not accept the status quo and aims for even greater heights".
Conversely, the moment the leader thinks, "It's OK to maintain the status quo," the team's growth stops.
It's easier said than done. If you practice "aiming for heights", there will always be tension between you and your team, and sometimes you have to say things that you don't like.
Actions Leaders Should Take If They Are Not Satisfied With the Status Quo
If you think you are not satisfied with the status quo, the leader will ask the team to "grow", including yourself.
Specifically, if you decide that "what you are doing now will continue at the same level", you must change your behavior.
They also demand that members change their behavior.
People hate change.
Therefore, leaders who take these actions will not always be liked, but will become "hated".
Popular but weak leaders
On the other hand, a weak leader who only acknowledges and praises the current situation will make the members think**, "Oh, this is fine,"** which is a hindrance to the growth of the team. It will be.
Of course, even if you don't admit what you've always done and complain, the team will get tired, so balance is necessary.
In fact, there are many leaders in the world who are liked by everyone because they are sweet. Such a person is the biggest war criminal who stops the growth of the team while being popular, and he is a weak leader.
Conclusion
While acknowledging and appreciating the daily efforts and activities of the members, they always set high-level issues for themselves and the team, and continue to have conversations.
Even if they are hated, they will be committed to growth and become a leader who leads the team.
If you want to lead your team to success, aim to be a leader who has the courage to be hated.