Good bosses care about getting important things done. Exceptional bosses care about their people. Good bosses have strong organizational skills. Good bosses have solid decision-making skills. Good bosses get important things done.

Exceptional bosses do all of the above–and more. Sure, they care about their company and customers, their vendors and suppliers. But most importantly, they care to an exceptional degree about the people who work for them.

Article discusses the following 10 things:

1. Autonomy and independence.
2. Clear expectations.
3. Meaningful objectives.
4. A true sense of purpose.
5. Opportunities to provide significant input.
6. A real sense of connection.
7. Reliable consistency.
8. Private criticism.
9. Pubic praise.
10. A chance for a meaningful future.

via 10 Things Extraordinary Bosses Give Employees | Inc.com.