3 Traits of Effective and Inspiring Leadership A strong leader will do her best to keep her employees around and keep up the relationship in the future.

By Mike Phillips

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In this video, Entrepreneur Network partner Mike Phillips discusses how you can evaluate if you and others are good leaders. Phillips points to three metrics of good leadership.

  1. Retention. Can you keep your talent in house and happy?
  2. Results. What specifically are your producing, and what specific units?
  3. Relationships. Good leaders will boost their employees and help them achieve their goals. They'll even maintain their support and relationship after their employees move on.

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Related: Evaluate Your Own Leadership Abilities With This One Question

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Mike Phillips

Digital Executive, Motivational Speaker, and Leadership Coach

Michael "Mike" Phillips is a Digital Executive, Motivational Speaker, and Leadership Coach. He has more than 25 years in coaching and leadership. Mike hosts a weekly podcast for sales and leadership titled "The FRONT." One of Mike's driving purposes is to help YOU grow and go further in business and to develop the next generation of business leaders.

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