Monday’s visions don’t become Friday’s realities without the help of those around us; the status quo is built with good ideas that are never seen through because nobody else buys in, helps make it happen, and/or takes the necessary actions.
I've seen 3 steps any leader of any organization can take to better insure their envisioned outcome. If you cannot or will not do any of the 3, then the likelihood it’s going to happen diminishes rapidly.
1. Start with WHY - make it clear that the work and effort required will produce necessary and beneficial change by explaining WHY it’s happening. If you can’t, then go back to the drawing board before asking others to help you make it happen.
2. Roll up your sleeves - make it clear that you’re not above doing any task necessary to make the vision a reality; people always respond better when they’re working with you instead of for you.
3. Acknowledge & thank - start working on your next initiative by saying thank you for the work just done. A little praise and appreciation goes a long way.
Simple yet profound; these three easy steps are often overlooked at the expense of what’s trying to be done.
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