Sarina Russo's 20 Rules of Leadership - Rule 11

To live the role of leader, to be seen to be the leader, I follow a set of 20 rules that govern my attitude and my behaviour. I'm delighted to share today my eleventh rule of leadership:

Celebrate your progress.

I believe in putting on the biggest Christmas party, taking my people to a Ball Room, with the silver service and the five star treatment and I don’t spare the cost.

A lot people around Christmas never get this sort of exposure.

It’s a great boost for them to feel that the boss really values them and also wants them to share the success of the year that has passed.

I also believe in regular social functions.

We have a monthly barbecue/drinks night where staff can let their hair down with food and drinks.

There is a relaxed and fun-charged atmosphere at this function that sets thoughts flowing and ideas bubbling.

It promotes friendliness and bonding.

Your people benefit and your business benefits.

A happy business is a successful business.