When are your leadership skills the most effective?

"My leadership skills are most effective when my relationship with the employee isn't just a surface connection. I want to have true knowledge of their life and a good understanding of their career goals. When my employees know I can help them achieve their goals, they are more likely to be an engaged part of the team."

"I feel that my leadership skills are directly related to the happiness and engagement of my team. I spend a lot of time ensuring that my team members are happy, confident, and invested in their jobs."

Perhaps you like to understand what activities your team members have going on inside and outside work, their kids' names, or if they have any pets. Building a relationship with your team will ensure that you can frequently and genuinely ask them how they are doing. The more comfortable they are, the better chance they will come to you for help in the workplace when they need it.