Here's how you can successfully transition into a leadership role in Peer Support.

L'empathie ne fonctionne que si elle est authentique. Les tentatives de simulation d'empathie sont facilement détectables et peuvent même être contre-productives. Il s'agit d'un engagement sincère à comprendre et à valoriser les émotions et les perspectives des autres. Cette authenticité renforce la crédibilité et le respect, des fondements essentiels pour un leadership durable.

Adopt a Servant Leadership Mindset As a leader, I believe it is essential to adopt a servant leadership mindset. This approach emphasises putting the needs of others first and empowering them to reach their full potential. By serving your team and supporting their growth, you create a positive and productive work environment. This mindset fosters collaboration, trust, and respect among team members, leading to greater success and fulfillment for everyone involved. Remember, true leadership is not about being served, but about serving others with humility and dedication.

Make Time for Regular Check-in’s with Team Members Building strong connections with your team members is essential for fostering a positive and productive work environment. By scheduling regular check-ins, you not only show that you value their input and well-being, but you also create opportunities for open communication and collaboration. These check-ins can help you stay updated on individual progress, address any challenges they may be facing, provide feedback and support, and ensure that everyone is on the same page. Ultimately, investing time in these check-ins can lead to increased trust, motivation, and overall team success.

It’s said that leaders aren’t found in roles but in behaviour. Lead not just through listening & project management, but through caring for people. Adopt a servant leadership mindset. In mental health lived experience roles, leaders model the principals of personal recovery & the ability to bring together diverse groups with competing priorities into a single cohesive team. Demonstrate a commitment to workplace wellbeing: begin & end the day on time, take meal & other breaks, schedule holidays in advance & stay home when you’re not well. Encourage colleagues to do likewise. Check in with them to encourage prioritising wellbeing at work. Reflect with them about the difference workplace wellbeing makes in job performance & satisfaction.

Refrain from Water Cooler Talk... Especially with Senior Leaders Engage your colleagues in uplifting and positive conversations that contribute to a healthy work environment. By avoiding gossip and negative chatter around the water cooler, you can foster a culture of respect and support within your workplace. Choose to focus on productivity, growth, and collaboration, creating a space where everyone feels valued and motivated. Your efforts to steer clear of idle talk will help cultivate a positive atmosphere where ideas can flourish and relationships can thrive.