The initial draft for this post was started over 3 months ago.

Reading it now I see the contents still holds true.

1. Leading vs Managing – Familiarize yourself with the difference between the two.
2. If you want help ask for it – People love to help, articulate the problems you’re facing!
3. Care personally, always – This is in the foundation for all successful work relationships. And is the essence of what author Kim Scott discusses in her book “Radical Candor.“
4. Ask for feedback – Especially constructive criticism!
5. Be direct – Either be direct with your thoughts or don’t say them at all.

Although very self explanatory these principles are seldom followed.

It’s not a one and done situation but an iterative process that you must constantly be reminding yourself of.