Simple Business Do’s and Don’ts

Do’s

Be genuine.
Be on time.
Be prepared. (Briefings are fine but do everything you can to be “up to speed”.)
Be resourced for opportunities or the unexpected (Make yourself agnostic to market swings)
Be polite to everyone (The respect you give should not be based on someone's power or money)
Be safety minded and make it culturally ingrained. (Don’t lose anyone on your watch)
Expect the best and have consequences for poorly done work.
Document and deliver good and bad news to those who have earned it.
Look after your people and others around you. (Be a true leader)
Switch off your cell phone in meetings and give the group your full attention.
Wait your turn to speak or until you are asked unless it is truly important to interrupt. (I am horrible at this)
Obey the policies and procedures you have developed. (You can’t lead where you won’t go)
Be involved to a degree and available to an extent. (Be an example of commitment and consistency)
Admit when you are out of your realm and don’t overspeak. (You can’t teach what you don’t know)

Don’ts

Don't fail to develop those very junior to yourself. Take them under your wing.
Don't ask someone to do something you won’t do yourself.
Don't take under-calculated risks.
Don't be unapproachable. Have a personality, an open door, and create shared environments.
Don't push people into danger.
Don't take advantage of your position in a menevolent way. Ever.
Don't hire or allow toxic people to infiltrate. If it's you, get aware, get help to change, or take a step away.

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