Today we are talking about Question 4 of the 4 questions to help you determine if you are an effective team leader is: Do your actions build team loyalty?
An effective leader doesn’t earn loyalty by instilling fear. An effective leader knows how to positively gain trust, loyalty and dedication of the entire team. Your team will only back you up when you back them up. This is where it has to be given, without expectation, before it will be returned. Just as you will remember when your team went to bat for you, they will remember when you did the same for them. Every time you stand behind them, this builds loyalty and a valuable team mentality.
Be sure to choose quality team members who show a solid history of reliability, consistent performance, and stability when building your team. Hire a teenager with a reputation for not showing up to his previous place of employment, and you can be assured you will see the same. Be particular about potential team members and do thorough research and reference checks before bringing them on board.
Other Tips to Build Team Loyalty…
· Pay above minimum wage
· Be flexible when there’s a disaster or emergency
· Give holiday bonuses or small gifts
· Hold team building events (e.g. sports, meals, or an afternoon trip to the coffeehouse)
· Remember birthdays and employment anniversaries
Action Step: Evaluate your team members. Are they the right team? Do they deliver what the business needs to grow? Are you providing incentive and support for the team’s effective performance? Identify changes or adjustments needed to make the business more effective and efficient: possibly adjust tasks per member, re-delegate to a different team member, release or add team members, adjust systems and processes, or create improved incentives that inspire your team.
Over the past 4 days, we have explored 4 questions to help you determine if you are an effective leader. If your answers to the questions have room for improvement, decide what actions you will take going forward that will make you an even better leader for your team and your clients.
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Anne Bachrach
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Published on 1 year, 2 months ago
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