Balance what your heart says and expectations of your subordinates

Being a leader is not easy. Balancing your own motivations and ways of working with that of a diverse team is a challenging task. This week we look at heart-centred leaders – types 2, 3 and 4 who lead based on their need for validation from others.

To achieve this, Type 2 Helpers often wish be of help in everything under their charge to ensure things turn out well. Type 3 Achievers leaders set the tone for their team with a constant no nonsense mood to ensure things are in tip top standard, while Type 4 Individualists tries to adapt and maneuver to maximize their feelings of validation.

These actions are a result of avoiding feelings of devoid and shame which they equate to as a lack of self worth. As such, these leaders are confident in their ways and excel when they are affirmed of what they do and how they do it.

Know yourself as a Helpers, Achiever or Individualist? Find out more about your leadership strengths, weaknesses and key areas of improvement.

About the Author: Cindy Leong

Cindy Leong is a sought after bilingual (English and Mandarin) Enneagram Personality Coach and Corporate Trainer in Asia, who can help you make sense of your professional and personal relationships. She is a member of International Coach Federation (ICF) and Singapore Psychological Society (SPS). Besides a Bachelor Degree in Psychology (majoring in Communications), she also has a Diploma in Business and has done in-depth research and studies in the areas of Organisational Behaviour and Gender Communications, both in Singapore and Taiwan. Through her expertise in corporate executive coaching, personal development, and relationship coaching, she has helped many professionals in their walk through challenging times, particularly in the areas of identity searching, relationship building and career breakthrough. Aside from being a published author of 2 books, she has also been invited by several radio stations and magazines as an expert guest speaker to provide insights into Enneagram, workplace conflicts and relationships.