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Team Members Who Consistently Misinterpret Your Directions
Good leaders have the tough conversations, no matter how psychologically painful they might be. Holding people accountable, delivering news of unwanted change, and sharing decisions that disappoint are some of the many topics considered “tough” for leaders to navigate.
Some leaders can’t help themselves.
Their need for control encourages them to insert themselves into matters they have delegated to others.
Other leaders interfere to prevent unintended consequences, maintain a high standard of quality, or ensure consistency with the team strategy or the organization’s values.
Consensus around consequential decisions is now the decision rule of choice in most organizations. To create subscription, buy-in, and engagement, good leaders work to build consensus around a critical decision. Getting everyone on board with a decision increases the odds that people will execute the choice with vigor. Operating by consensus strengthens commitment, trust, and collaboration within teams.
People respond to authentic leaders. They judge leaders who are authentic as more trustworthy and sincere. Leaders who are transparent and true to their values create trusted workplaces where team members feel safe and comfortable expressing themselves. So, leaders work hard to convey themselves as authentic to win the attention and hearts of those they lead.
