Leaders are an integral part of the workforce, especially mangers that work directly with your general employees. For managers, finding the right balance between cordiality and authority is key. Below are some tips to help you or your managers lead successfully.

• Set an example and be efficient within your own job. A manager role does not give an individual all authoritarian rights. You must still do your own work and do not weed it out to employees below you. This will not only keep the work atmosphere positive, but it will also help your employees to respect you in your leadership role instead of resenting you.
• Acknowledge your mistakes. As a leader you should be humble enough to recognize and acknowledge your mistakes as a precedent. Apologize for your oversight and correct yourself to set an example.
• Immerse yourself within the work life of your employees. Being a manager does not make you untouchable. Be real with your employees. Therefore, your employees will feel comfortable approaching you with issues, concerns or for work-related advice.
• Have confidence. There is no true and factual way to be a leader or manager within a workplace. Trust that you are a great leader, and that your work place runs smoothly, in part, because of your skills.

Managers and leaders are not the end-all, be-all in a workplace. However, they are instrumental in the success of a company. Use the above tips to develop the managerial skills of the leaders within your business.