Leaders Listen. Alliances, combinations and the harmony of things are what make integrated life work. It’s all driven by communication. Listen and learn. Talk and teach. Mentor and be meaningful. Exchange and enhance. Give it – take it.
Add value to your team by listening to what they have to say. It’s the best way to get your head around the environment you are managing.
Leaders are not friends – they can’t afford to be. However, be friendly, not adversarial. It earns respect. It increases productivity and it builds continuity from within. Challenge as you manage and do it with purpose.
Add some friction to the process. That can add a competitive edge to things. That can help motivate people to produce and remain productive. It creates a focus; keeps the team centered and might help maintain a point of view.
So, pay attention to what’s happening around you. Observe openly and be open to what is being said. It’s good for everybody!