You’re juggling a million things, and we see you! 👀
Let’s dive right in and make your job a tad easier. Today we’re talking about fostering a culture of excellence and the art of making things happen. ✅
💡 5 ways managers can: Inspire employees to excel
Picture this:
It’s Monday morning, and 🧑 Sarah logs into the weekly standup to find her team dragging their feet, drowning in tasks and low on motivation. 😰
Determined to turn things around, she decides to inspire her team by making a few key changes. By the end of the week, the energy is palpable and productivity is throughout the room. 😇
What did Sarah do?
She focused on these 5 key strategies:
1. Communicate clearly + frequently
It turns out her team wasn’t psychic. 🔮
2. Recognize + reward achievements
Everyone loves a gold star, right? 🌟
3. Set clear goals + expectations
No one wants to play pin the tail on the donkey without a donkey. 🐴
4. Lead by example
If you want them to hustle, you better be hustling too. 🏃
5. Encourage work/life balance
Burnout is so last season. ❎
Inspired employees = happy, productive employees.
Give these tips to the “Sarah” at your org. Because when her team thrives, you get fewer complaints and more kudos! 🙌
Dive into the details of those strategies + discover 5 more to boost team inspiration:
↩️ Going in reverse: Providing feedback to bosses
Who’s been here before?
🧑🏭️ Alex, a dedicated employee, feels that his boss, 👩 Lisa, could benefit from some constructive feedback to improve team dynamics. He knows it’s a delicate situation, but he’s committed to fostering a better work environment.
What can Alex do?
With a thoughtful approach, Alex can open a productive dialogue that leads to positive change. Here are 3 principles for Alex to follow:
1. Focus on observable, actionable behaviors
No one likes vague feedback. Be specific, people! 😵💫
2. Show empathy + understanding
Bosses are human too. 🙄
3. Model the desired behavior you want to see
Want your boss to communicate better? Show them how it’s done! 🤳
Navigating the tricky waters of coaching up can be challenging!
But by giving these tips to each "Alex" at your org, every "Lisa" will transform into a model boss, and you'll soon be living in a work utopia. 🏖️
Get 5 effective feedback models for coaching up here:
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