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The ability to work effectively in a team is critical in today's job market, where each employee is carefully matched to a specific location. Teamwork is also very important in school, sports and group activities. Here are some tips on how to be a good leader.

Steps

1. 1 Listen to others. Although you are the leader of the team and make decisions, you should always ask people for opinions. Try to include them in the discussion whenever possible. You are not a dictator.
2. 2 Consider suggestions from others. When someone gives you an idea, work on it. Think about how it can be useful. A good leader is someone who listens, not just speaks. Show your team that you are considering their thoughts.
3. 3 Involve everyone. If some people are left behind a little, help them. Always try to include them in your work. Find tasks for everyone, regardless of their skill or level.
4. 4 Cheer up your team. Sometimes people are afraid to try to do something, and that's when the leader steps in. You need to cheer up your teammates and show them that the task is doable, even if it is difficult, and try to have them do it with interest. Show them the benefits of their work.
5. 5 Know what you are talking about. If your teammates are as confused as you are, how will they know what to do? As a leader, you must do your research first and get the most out of the information.
6. 6 Enjoy Leadership. While leaders should take everything seriously, that doesn't mean you can't enjoy the process. Just don't get too carried away. Balance serious day-to-day business with uplifting team morale and spirit.
7. 7 Pay attention to morale. The demoralized team will not function. You must establish a positive attitude, clarify goals, show how achievable the task is. No one will work towards an unattainable goal.

Tips

• If someone makes a mistake, don't get angry. Your teammates are people too, everyone can make a mistake. Just try to help and be kind. Your job is to prevent mistakes, point in the right direction, and compensate for mistakes when they happen.
• Don't try to be too dominant.If you start acting overbearing and telling people what to do, they will be thrown off balance. Try to talk to them in a friendly way, but also in a way that shows that you are responsible for the work.
• A good leader always helps others and never leaves anyone behind.
• Lead by example. If you put your heart and soul into every task and every workout, then other team members will do it too.
• If possible, select people on your team who can work well together. If this is not possible, then your job is to mentor the weakest member, to help him become a better team member. Get the help of your peers - nominate the strongest team member as a partner to the weakest one and have him demonstrate how to get the job done.