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Leadership is not just leading people,it’s building relationships with others (team and others people) A leader don’t work alone…A leader works together with others and doesn’t criticise instead a leader communicates,share and encourages his/her team members….. Been a good leader is the key to successful leadership

What if a team leader sat with his or her team member during their one-on-one and asked, "𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘥𝘰 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘦𝘯𝘫𝘰𝘺 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘫𝘰𝘣?" "𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶?" "𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘸𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘰𝘤𝘶𝘴 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳?" "𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘨𝘰𝘢𝘭 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳?" This employee would leave his or her boss' office feeling elated. This employee is going to be fueled with a renewed sense of purpose.🔥 This employee is going to commit to giving more to the job than they ever did before. Jincy Kelly💙 #deileaders #deistrategy #leadershipdevelopment #leadershipjourney #leadershipdevelopment #diversityandinclusion #growthmindset

Unifying a Team: More Than Just Herding Cats Do you ever get that niggling feeling? Your team is good, but deep down, you know they could be spectacular. I've been there. Leading a team brimming with talent – I know, I hired them. Yet, something was off. It wasn't about individual skills. No, the hiccup lay in their collaboration, or the lack thereof. Offstage, the story was different. Disagreements often became obstructions. 👉The Individuality Paradox Here’s the twist. The very traits that make a great junior manager – strong individuality and independence – can inadvertently fuel a desire for separation. "If only I could run things my way," they muse, not always realising that without the ‘other’, they are nothing. 👉Great teams are not a coincidence It's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that relationships in teams are a lottery – sometimes you win a cohesive group, sometimes you don't. But that's a myth. And often an excuse for not taking action. 👉Your Role as the Unifier As a senior manager, your unspoken mission is to build the bridge from ME to WE. It’s about building unity in a landscape that naturally veers towards division. It’s a challenging part of the job that often doesn't make it to your job description. #Teamwork #Leadership #HumanResources

The leaders who have inspired me throughout my career are the ones who don’t merely talk the talk, but also walk the walk. Setting the right example means practicing what you preach. Take the simple act of being present during meetings. If I expect my team to show up, it's only fair that I do too, and that includes things like having my video turned on, or actively listening and engaging with my co-workers when they are presenting. I try to never ask my team to do something I’m not willing to do myself. Leading by example forms the foundation of a strong and trustworthy team.   

I spent time over the holiday break and into the new year reflecting on what it means to be a manager, and more importantly the difference between a manager and a leader.   Throughout my career, I have developed and led teams. Although I currently do not, it still consumes a lot of my thoughts. There are always a couple of key actions that come to mind:   ✨ Inspiration and support are the keys to helping your team unlock in moments they feel stuck, frustrated, or not skilled enough. ✨ Active listening and asking clarifying questions go way further in moments of problem-solving and reviews of work than ego-driven responses ever will. ✨ If your team members do not trust you – you’re already way behind when trying to engage with them on projects. 👉 But perhaps the most important is the reflection that I did not always embody these actions. In fact, I cringe at moments now where I didn’t respond or support the way I would today.   ❤️ My hope is that those I worked with are now using my failings to be better for the teams they are leading and learn from my mistakes to break the cycle for their employees.     As for me, I now know better and plan to do better.

Can working with your team become more fun So that your team members look forward to coming to work And there’s more that binds you all together than that you all have jobs that need to be done? Yes, it is possible. Underlying principle: 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐣𝐨𝐲𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬. How can you build those connections knowing that they cannot be forced? The answer is simple yet hidden from “the mind” which tries to use shortcuts to build relationships. Here’s how to get started 🏈 : Bonds are built in a space where people feel free to be and express themselves instead of wearing masks that cage them. To create that space as the team leader, you need to plant the right seeds. Reflect on the following questions to get started: 🌿 How do you see your team? What role do they play in whatever you're trying to do? 🌿 What is your role? Are you able to connect your responsibilities to your values? 🌿 How can you become a bridge between the present (your team and the environment) and the future (what you desire to accomplish together)? Your thoughts are the seeds and you nurture them daily through your actions. The team’s performance is the result you obtain. ✅ What are you doing to make teamwork more enjoyable? Is this something you would like to do? #leadership #teamwork #funatwork

Unifying a Team: More Than Just Herding Cats Do you ever get that niggling feeling? Your team is good, but deep down, you know they could be spectacular. I've been there. Leading a team brimming with talent – I know, I hired them. Yet, something was off. It wasn't about individual skills. No, the hiccup lay in their collaboration, or the lack thereof. Offstage, the story was different. Disagreements often became obstructions. 👉The Individuality Paradox Here’s the twist. The very traits that make a great junior manager – strong individuality and independence – can inadvertently fuel a desire for separation. "If only I could run things my way," they muse, not always realising that without the ‘other’, they are nothing. 👉Great teams are not a coincidence It's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that relationships in teams are a lottery – sometimes you win a cohesive group, sometimes you don't. But that's a myth. And often an excuse for not taking action. 👉Your Role as the Unifier As a senior manager, your unspoken mission is to build the bridge from ME to WE. It’s about building unity in a landscape that naturally veers towards division. It’s a challenging part of the job that often doesn't make it to your job description. #Teamwork #Leadership #HumanResources

Well over a decade ago, a new manager was assigned to my team at work, and it appeared that he was systematically disrupting the team and the software we'd built. Ultimately, however, it was not he who destroyed the team; no, that was me. I lacked knowledge or experience of management styles that weren't based in authority and chain of command. I expected him to make decisions and tell us what to do; I had no experience of trying to come together with my teammates to make the decisions for ourselves. My role models for conflict and negotiation came from deeply divided, abusive relationships, which taught me that it was okay to not be right but dangerous to be wrong. I was left with a deep and abiding sense of shame, a Grand Canyon of humiliation and guilt. This experience, which played out over several years, left scar tissue behind. It was terrible to learn that I was not the hero in my story but the villain. For someone who had always been A Good Girl, I didn't know how to reconcile this with my self-image. One of the leadership lessons learned is to understand the members of the team, to recognize where they may lack an understanding or experience with our leadership vision. Communicating the "why" and the "how" of our vision is as important as the "what." It is important for me to equip the team with what they need to make good decisions and to empower them with the authority to do so. And it's important that they understand why this matters, that I care about their development, health, and satisfaction. As it is the job of a mother to teach her children to not need her, it is also the job of a leader to nurture each employee's gifts so that they can flourish.

Have you been here before? Feeling the weight of leadership? As a CEO, the pressure is immense. You have countless responsibilities. Every decision impacts your team. When I first stepped into this role, I felt overwhelmed. Sleepless nights became my norm. I worried if I was doing enough for my team. After a tough meeting, I decided to try something new. I gathered my team and shared my struggles. I listened to theirs in return. We connected on a deeper level. Trust began to grow. We supported each other through challenges. Empathy transformed our workplace. We became more resilient and innovative. You don’t have to carry the burden alone. Lead with empathy. Your team will follow. Together, you can achieve great things. 💡Like this post? Follow me for more insights on transforming your company culture.

✨ Is Your Team Keeping You Up at Night? ✨ Ever found yourself tossing and turning, thinking about work? You’re not alone. Leading a team can be one of the most rewarding experiences, but it also comes with its challenges. The responsibility of guiding, supporting, and sometimes even fixing things can feel overwhelming. But here’s the secret: You don’t have to carry this weight alone. 🔑 Empower Your Team: Trust them with responsibilities. Delegating not only lightens your load but also helps them grow. 🔄 Embrace Communication: Create an open environment where everyone feels heard. Regular check-ins can solve issues before they snowball. 💡 Invest in Learning: Encourage continuous learning. When your team is equipped with the right skills, they’re more confident and efficient. ❤️ Recognize and Appreciate: A simple “thank you” or “great job” can go a long way. Recognition boosts morale and motivates your team to do better. 🚀 Set Clear Goals: When everyone knows the end goal, they work more cohesively. Clear objectives align efforts and reduce confusion. Remember, leadership is not about being perfect. It's about being present, being supportive, and most importantly, being human. You got this! 🌟 #Leadership #TeamManagement #Empowerment #WorkLifeBalance #ContinuousLearning #TeamGoals #EmployeeRecognition