It’s Tactical Tuesday!
Here is the Thought, Tip, and Tool of the week...
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The Thought
Did you know... Leaders who focus on empowerment, rather than just efficiency, drive 4.5 times higher employee engagement according to the Harvard Business Review. This leads to increased productivity and a thriving work culture. Great leaders balance efficiency with empowerment.
Quote:
"Leadership is not about being in charge. It's about taking care of those in your charge." – Simon Sinek
This quote reminds us that while managers ensure tasks are completed efficiently, leaders create environments where people feel empowered to succeed.
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The Tip
Remember to…
When leading your team, it’s important to empower your people just as much as you focus on efficiency. Efficiency is essential for getting things done, but empowerment is what fuels long-term success and growth. Here's how to focus on empowering your team:
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Create a Shared Vision: Empowerment starts with clarity. Make sure your team understands the mission and vision behind every project. This gives them a sense of purpose and ownership, knowing that their work has meaning.
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Provide Autonomy: Allow team members to take the lead on tasks and decision-making. Trust them to make choices and give them the freedom to act. This builds confidence and accountability.
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Encourage Ownership: When people feel they own the results, they invest more. Rather than micromanaging, foster a culture of accountability where people take pride in their work.
By focusing on empowering others, you create an environment where people are motivated to go beyond expectations, contributing to a stronger, more engaged team. This will naturally improve efficiency as the team feels personally invested in success.
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The Tool
Short Video: Manager vs. Leader: Managers focus on efficiency. Leaders focus on empowerment.
Watch this short video on how to balance the role of a manager and a leader.
While managers focus on optimizing tasks for productivity, leaders build strong cultures where people thrive. See how you can adopt both styles to elevate your leadership.
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Leadership Question of the week…
Here is the top question this week from our 101 Leadership Questions download. Don’t have this download? Get instant access here.
❓How do you track your progress and measure success?
❓What key milestones do you focus on?
❓Where do you feel you need more clarity or support to stay on track?
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Activity of the week…
Here is the top activity this week from our 52 Team Meeting Activity Cards. Don’t have these download? Get your physical copy here OR a printable version as part of the Complete Leader Package.
Watch the activity description of the “Tips From the Top”
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