September 6, 2024 - By: Brandon Jenkins
The source of your frustration is the need for control.
- You’re used to being the expert.
- You’re used to always being right.
- You’re used to having all the answers.
Now, you’re leading a team of problem-solvers.
- You’re no longer being paid for expertise.
- You’re paid to lead the team to mission achievement.
You’re frustrated because suddenly (not all-inclusive):
- You don’t control how late people work.
- You don’t control when someone gets sick.
- You don’t control the quality of a teammate’s 1st try.
You don’t control outcomes.
You influence them with your actions.
And the best way to influence your team’s results:
- Clarity of purpose
- A vision based on purpose
- Actions aligned with that vision
And…
- An environment where teammates know their roles
- An environment where your team feels safe
- An environment of diverse perspectives
What’s the first step?
Start with yourself.
- What are your core values?
- What do you stand for?
- What’s your purpose?
Self-clarity is the 1st step to effectively leading others.
You want to have greater influence over outcomes?
Start with yourself.
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