The staff leader's role in lowering human error
The key role of a staff leader is to provide leadership to those whom he or she manages. The effectiveness of this leadership will help determine the staff's productivity. An effective leader:
- Takes personal responsibility for his or her performance and the organization's performance
- Attempts to improve organizational processes and values
- Influences others through relationships characterized by respect, honesty, and fairness
- Minimizes risk aversion limitations
- Provides staff members the opportunity to succeed
