Jenn, you asked for it, so here it is: "Focus and execute."
1. Become trustworthy
2. Manage things; lead people
From what I've read, Covey says that a leader communicates to others by words and actions that they are valued and they have tremendous potential to accomplish great things. The leader unites individuals in an organization to become a team by building on the strengths of each one. The strength of one person compensates for the "weakness" of another.
To build an effective team, focus and execute. In other words, zero in on what matters the most, then figure out how to make it happen. Here are the four leadership steps:
- Be a role-model. Set the best example for your team. Be trustworthy (Say what you'll do and do what you say.) Keep a can-do positive attitude.
- Together with the team, determine team priorities. When anyone helps set the priorities, s/he connects emotionally, and will then more likely invest the time and energy needed to achieve.
- Set up manageable systems to achieve results - a way to get things done.
- Empower the team to get results using their talents and skills. Let each one take ownership of their tasks, being responsible to achieve the goal. Remember, HOW the task gets done is not as critical as getting it done. Let creativity flourish.
Well, what do you think?
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