Part of leading people is driving them. When leaders know and address their drivers, optimal performance happens.
You need these three keys to unlock their potential by motivating them.
Want to know what the team is motivated by? Ask them. Observe their highs and lows as well. You'll start to recognize when they are at their best. Also pay attention to their requests and needs. That tells you what's important to them.
Adaptation.
Be aware of when something changes. When leadership, team members, repsonsibilities, or policies change, leaders should evaluate how that has impacted the motivation on the team. Ask questions, and listen to be influenced.
Execution.
When you find out about some thing your team needs and you are in a position to influence or provide it, please do so. If they value recognition, say thank you when they achieve a milestone. If they need variety, assign them to different committees outside and in addition to their main role. If they want to feel valued, invest in their development by sending them to school.
These are the things that keep a team willing and able to give their best work sustainably.
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