Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Developing Leaders


Source:dianeroselle
Helping You to be a Better Leader

ONE. Be a better leader. How?
Apply the Two Plus Two Rule.
Talk to your people for a
couple of minutes at least every couple of weeks

TWO. Communicate to inspire and influence. How? Apply the BEAT Model.
  • B - benefits of the project to be discussed
  • E - enlist and address concerns, let them ask questions, give directions on how to handle issues
  • A - ask assertively for actions, how can we accomplish the goals, come up with actions as a team
  • T - thank them for their work and contribution, give feedback on how the project is going
THREE. Create an effective communication system. How? 4 Cs
  1. Be Consistent.
  2. Be Clear.
  3. Be Courteous.
  4. Connect personally.
The more positive the communication, the higher the performance of the team.