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In what specific ways can an individual influence an organization through the quality of his or her management and leadership skills?

I have found that the three most important leadership skills an effective manager can bring to a management position are attitude management, procedure management and goal setting.

I believe that attitudes are as contagious as the common cold. A manager that keeps a positive attitude can affect the entire team in a encouraging manner; in that same vein a manager with a negative attitude can cause the entire team to be pessimistic.

Procedure Management is important for a team in order to have a consistent way of approaching projects. If a team feels like they need to recreate the wheel every time they encounter a new project they will waste time and money. Proper procedures can keep a team organized and efficient. A manager that knows how to put these procedures in place and manage them can keep their team running smoothly.

Goal Setting is imperative for managers. Everyone on the team needs to know what the outcome of a project should look like. A manager that sets strong goals for their team and allows them to understand their role in the outcome can expect powerful results. A truly effective manager may have his team contribute to the goal creation so they have ownership in the final results.