Lead By Example

You've undoubtedly heard this many times before. But, it's surprising how often some managers don't lead by setting a good example.

Try the following and my bet is most of your employees will learn to mimic your behavior:

• Work hard and lend a hand when deadlines are tight.
• Show respect for everyone on your team.
• Follow through when you say you will.
• Allow learning to happen when mistakes are made.
• Allow prudent autonomy.
• Give credit where credit is due.
• Communicate clearly.
• Listen effectively.
• Teach something new. Nearly everyone wants to learn how to do something better or faster.
• Show and demonstrate trust.
• Praise when compliments are earned.
• Say “Thank You” and sincerely mean it.
• Respond to questions quickly and fully.
• Be decisive.

These behaviors all sound pretty simple. They really can be. Select the ones you may not be doing and give them a try.