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The way you think of those you lead shapes the way you treat those you lead. It may be subtle-you may not even be consciously aware of it-but it has an impact.
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The way you think of those you lead shapes the way you treat those you lead. • It may be subtle-you may not even be consciously aware of it-but it has an impact. • Even though you may not be aware of this impact, you can be sure that they are.
1. Make sure everyone's on the same bus. • According to a survey of 23,000 employees conducted by Harris Interactive, only 37% of employees understood what their employer was trying to achieve and why. • That'sastounding! How can anyone feel like they're collaborating if they don't even know what they're collaborating on? • As a leader, you need to make sure everyone on your team understands the big picture, and how they fit into it.
2. Be open with your communication. • All the books about leadership, all the articles, all the training talks about the importance of open communication. So you've heard it. • But are you doing it? And what does "open communication" even mean? It means being honest with your feedback, both good and bad. • It means listening to the ideas of your team members-including the quiet ones! It means sharing, to the extent that you're able, to share information that you receive from upper management that affects your team. • And it means giving your team not just the "what," but also the "why.
3. Treat everyone with respect. • Have you ever been in a relationship with someone who doesn't respect you? Not much fun, is it? It's the same in the workplace. • People like to collaborate with those whom they respect, and who show them respect in return. • So treat your team with respect.
