{"id":45775,"date":"2023-10-20T15:46:19","date_gmt":"2023-10-20T15:46:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/startupsmart.test\/2023\/10\/20\/four-ways-to-embrace-being-an-unconventional-leader-startupsmart\/"},"modified":"2023-10-20T15:46:19","modified_gmt":"2023-10-20T15:46:19","slug":"four-ways-to-embrace-being-an-unconventional-leader-startupsmart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.startupsmart.com.au\/uncategorized\/four-ways-to-embrace-being-an-unconventional-leader-startupsmart\/","title":{"rendered":"Four ways to embrace being an unconventional leader – StartupSmart"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Let\u2019s be honest: Conforming is boring. Adopting a mindset that\u2019s different to those around you will open your mind \u2013 and opportunities will follow.<\/p>\n

Doing what everyone else is doing might be safe, but it\u2019s also predictable. Unconventional is my forte and so far, it\u2019s served me well. Don\u2019t be afraid to disregard societal rules and expectations to venture off the path well-trodden. I\u2019ve implemented the following advice myself and consider it to be imperative to finder.com.au.<\/p>\n

1. Embrace walk and talks<\/h3>\n

The office walls can become consuming, stuffy and restrictive. Holding meetings in the same location every time can become tedious and ineffective. However, a change of scenery often summons a clear mind. It removes you from the corporate environment you\u2019ve been fermenting in and allows you to think in a new way.<\/p>\n

Instead of reserving a meeting room, take your meeting outdoors; typically, a stroll outdoors will result in a more casual and creative feel. The opportunity to interact outdoors with employees encourages a relaxed relationship and allows for increased comfortability when collaborating on projects and ideas.<\/p>\n

2. Hire based on potential and passion<\/h3>\n

It\u2019s not difficult to look impressive on paper, however, a couple of degrees and diplomas doesn\u2019t necessarily reflect who someone is as an individual \u2013 it\u2019s their personality, passion and potential rather, which indicate whether or not they\u2019re an asset to the business.<\/p>\n

A person with the right attitude and no relative experience is much more valuable than someone who maintains the appropriate qualifications but doesn\u2019t transmit a positive and proactive demeanour. Similarly, if someone submits an average application, their application shouldn\u2019t be immediately discarded. The ability to compose a resume doesn\u2019t reflect someone\u2019s worth. Interview all prospective candidates and dig deeper than their qualifications.<\/p>\n

3. Ditch suits for the \u2018real\u2019 you<\/h3>\n

In my opinion, implementing a formal\/corporate dress code in the office is unnecessary. I\u2019m not comfortable in a suit and tie and I don\u2019t expect my staff to be. Allowing attire flexibility encourages individuality, creativity and confidence, three qualities we actively foster at finder.com.au.<\/p>\n

My \u2018out-of-the-ordinary\u2019 style hasn\u2019t been a barrier to success, proving that credibility isn\u2019t achieved with a suit. My employees and I don\u2019t feel pressure to conform to a certain \u2018look\u2019 and we don\u2019t perceive aesthetics to be of incredible importance. Dress to your own desire.<\/p>\n

4. Master your craft<\/h3>\n

When building a business it can be difficult to not become carried away in your big plans, involving yourself in as many aspects as are available\/obtainable.<\/p>\n

However, in order to cement your success, you first need to master your craft; become an expert in one area before attempting to conquer another. It\u2019s more important to stay focused on what\u2019s immediately imminent without becoming distracted by irrelevancies in your periphery.<\/p>\n

Be great at what you do. Hone your skill before involving yourself in an additional development. It\u2019s probably that your defined competence can be applied to varying mediums as you progress.<\/p>\n

Fred Schebesta is the co-founder and director of finder.com.au, a website that helps Australians compare credit cards, savings accounts, home loans, personal loans, travel insurance, life insurance, shopping deals and more.<\/em><\/p>\n

This is piece was originally published on SmartCompany.<\/em><\/p>\n

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