As we begin to make the turn into a fresh New Year, I can’t help to think about what might move the needle most for Activity Departments, Recreation Therapy and Wellness Teams. Hands down the one area that I believe is the starting point for a successful to team is….Leadership.
The Top 3 things a great LEADER will do:
1. Look at themselves in the mirror.
This Leader assesses her/his strengths and weakness. Is always striving to grow and become better. A good leader works just as hard on her/himself as any other area. A Leader masters her/his own psychology and can then be better at inspiring and influencing others.
2. Has a Vision.
This leader looks at the bigger picture. Can look at more than what is happening in the present moment…but can see the long-term goals they want to achieve. Rather than just delegating tasks, A Leader is able to steer her/his team toward the function of the task as it applies to the bigger Vision.
3. Is Accessible.
This Leader remains accessible to her/his team. This allows the team to develop trust with the Leader. That means this person can work along side the team rather than working above the team….isn’t afraid to get down and dirty when necessary. She/her demonstrates the time and energy needed to get the job done.
Think of what our Teams would look like with this person steering the ship! And if you’re the Leader of your Department isn’t this how you want to do business?!
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In our first online course Leadership, Communication & Team Building: A Smart Team Approach we provide the tools needed to actually LEAD and not Manage your team. With Actionable worksheets and exercises you walk away with a PLAN…not just information! This plan can be your launching pad for 2021! Check out our New Year, New Leader offer on our Resources page.
Leadership, Communication & Team Building: A Smart team approach
Now it’s your turn. How are you going to become a better Leader in 2021? Answer in the comments below.