Do your employees manage to reach their full potential in the workplace? The answer to this question is probably no. According to a Gallup survey, 53% of workers do not feel “engaged” in their work, which means that even though they come to the office on time and perform their duties, they are ready to leave when they get better. offer.
This is where leadership comes to the fore. A leader has many responsibilities and roles, but perhaps the most important thing is to guide, motivate and inspire his employees.
Ultimately, the involvement of your subordinates depends on four factors – mastering them will create a more productive and enjoyable work culture.
Empowerment
A big part of a leader’s job is to give their employees the tools and guidance they need to do their job as best they can, and not be prevented. This means that they must have a certain level of freedom and autonomy in decision making and action. If you put the necessary confidence in the capabilities of your employees and allow them to work the way they think is best, you will guarantee their respect and loyalty. This is, of course, the responsibility of the Human Resources management office.
Encouragement
Every business is marked by a series of highs and lows. When things are not going, the situation can get extremely frustrating. This is where the role of the leader comes in, which should motivate not only himself but also inspire his employees to get back on their feet and move forward. This requires a clear focus and understanding of the needs and fears of those workers who have never been in a difficult crisis. They can be completely paralyzed by this new experience and need the comfort and space to feel safe – your job is to build one.
Support
Employees can work best when they know they have your support. Failure to provide them with the necessary tools and support structures puts you on the path to failure. This does not mean constantly peeking behind your shoulder and explaining to each of your employees exactly what to do and how to do it, but to direct him and provide him with the tools he needs to do his job well.
Clarity
There is nothing more important in the job than clear communication between the leader and his team. The worst bosses I’ve worked with didn’t explain exactly what they expected from their team and kept changing their minds about important issues. They did not know what they wanted and gave vague directions. The great leaders, for their part, clearly outline their vision for the workflow, which helps their teams find their place in the company and understand how they fit into work. If the leader cannot give clear guidance to his subordinates, they cannot be productive, since no one knows exactly what the end goal is. After all, if you want to build a highly efficient team, you must first have engaged employees.
