Effective leader - 5E leadership model

A lot really depends on the leader. So if there is a person on the team who shows the qualities of a good leader, the project has a good chance of success.

But who is a good leader? In this post we have already described his qualities. Today, however, we present the 5E leadership model, which helps leaders diagnose business problems or create a proactive strategic plan to avoid such problems. A model that is still relevant and would be ideal for someone about to take on a project.
By the same token, it is a model that contains qualities that will help any leader become the best at his or her craft.

ENVISION or giving a vision

A leader should have a clear vision for the project and for everyone involved. This is not an easy competency, the leader must be able to determine where we are heading and whether we want to go there, what the goal of our actions is and what effect it will have. Often to describe the goal the SMART method alone is not enough, it happens that leaders take a very long time to come to a consensus.

A good way to see if our vision makes sense is to tell it to a trusted person who is familiar with the topic. Often, such a conversation will help dispel any doubts and often get us on the right track.

ENGAGE or commitment

If the leader really gets involved in the topic of the project it will be much easier for him to find the right team. In addition, such commitment will be perceived as authenticity, which can motivate people to action. A good leader can integrate the team and prove to them that they have a common goal that pays off.

ENABLE or enable delegated tasks

Delegating tasks can be difficult for some people - you need to get rid of the belief that "I can do everything better myself." When engaging people to help you, it's worth putting your trust in them and giving them the opportunity to actually perform the task.
A good leader is one who gives his or her team the proverbial room to grow - thus contributing to their development.

ENERGIZE or motivate

When dealing with a long project, it will be natural to lack motivation at some stage - there will be boredom, fatigue or external problems. A good leader must anticipate and prevent such situations - he should energize the team and show that the vision is still worth the effort.

EXECUTE or putting the finishing touches on everything

To complete a project you need an effective and strategic action plan, and you need the right resources, including, of course, a team of people. A good leader has an awareness of the goal, is able to look at the whole project from the top, and can also make sure that everything works as it should.

Being a leader is not an easy task. Before taking on such a role, it is worth asking yourself a few questions:

• Do I have a clear vision for the project?
• Do I have the ability to engage?
• Do I have enough energy to motivate people to work?
• How can I develop these people?

The role of a leader in a team brings with it many sacrifices, but bringing a project to fruition and knowing how your team has grown are extremely rewarding and often reward all the hardships.