Keep an eye
on the people you lead and catch them doing something well. Many
people (including parents, teachers, coaches - even our friends)
only comment on people's mistakes. A few years ago I did a survey
of all the employees at a chain of restaurants and discovered
that the number one thing people want from their job (more then
money) is acknowledgment for a job well done. Sometimes a pat
on the back will motivate people a lot more than a kick in the
pants. Two-thirds of our country has a low self-esteem, so people
are obviously starving for positive feedback.
Make a point
of complimenting people and making them feel good. Catch them
in the act of doing something well. You might be the only person
that day who said something nice to them. (Remember how good it
felt in elementary school when your teacher put stickers on your
homework when you did a good job?) This will reinforce their talents
and good behaviors. Be sure your compliment is sincere. If people
feel you are not being honest or just "kissing up,"
they'll quickly dismiss your comment and may even feel worse.
Doing this
will quickly win people's loyalty. The best leaders are able to
motivate others and help them perform at their best level. This
happens when they feel good about themselves. Take the time to
help them feel this way and you will see amazing results.
To learn more
about influencing others, check out the article Influecing
People: Winning People's Respect or the Jump
Start Leadership Workbooks.
Scott Greenberg, Speaker, Author, Leadership Consultant
Providing motivation, team building and leadership training for
groups and individuals looking for optimum performance.
For
more information on programs or leadership workbooks,
call 1-800-450-0432 or visit www.scottgreenberg.com
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