Be result oriented
- Share the department or organisational vision.
- Define the results you and the team need to achieve the vision.
- Track the progress made to ensure that the targets are being met.
Promote accountability
- Hold 1 to 1 meetings, to agree the targets your team members must meet
- Agree on what success looks like, and gain their commitment to deliver on time
- Agree on how and when you will get feedback eg. via email, meetings, daily, weekly etc.
- Request that staff spot opportunities for improvement
Develop and motivate your staff
- Identify team members’ training and development needs, and align this with your department and organisational objectives.
- Ensure each team member is placed in a role that is aligned to their strengths
- Show appreciation for a job well done both publicly and privately
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