In order to have a positive working environment for your employees and boost overall productivity, you need to possess certain leadership skills. Leadership is more than being labeled as the boss. You must have a clear vision for your company and be willing to listen to others. Employees need to feel heard. The best leaders also know how to hand over responsibility. A good leader trusts that his or her employees will get the job done while also igniting teamwork. By getting your employees involved you lighten your load, making it easier for you to be an efficient leader, and you give your employees a stronger feeling of purpose, which makes for an overall successful company culture.