The stronger our relationship, the more appreciative we are of differences.
The series will consist of relationships and impacts to:
- Understanding Differences
- Communication
- Feedback
- Mentoring/Influencing
- Conflict
We’re starting with Understanding Differences because of the strong linkages with being aware.
Highly successful leaders are not only aware of their own styles, skills and gaps, they are also in-tune with the styles, skills, gaps, and professional desires of those they lead and interact with. Additionally, they are keenly aware of their work culture. Why is this important? The group culture impacts relationships. This includes behaviors, attitudes, satisfaction levels, and the comfort of the environment, all which impact the ability to obtain results.
Things to ponder:
- Every work culture has differing styles – are they all appreciated?
- Is there tension or cohesion within the group?
- Does the leader (perhaps you) recognize the differing styles and address conflict if it exists?
- Is the reason for the work/tasks/goals understood and supported?
- What does the team value most?
- Does there seem to be negativity in the break room?
- Do people speak up or have they gone quiet?
Understanding differences requires energy, courage, honesty, and an open mind.
It also requires addressing the “why” behind our thoughts, words, actions, behaviors, and emotions.
When strong relationships exist there’s a greater likelihood that team members will want to understand differences. They will address when behaviors seem “off”, and openly share issues, fears, emotions, and preferences.
Colleagues will also be in the position to encourage each other to support goals and priorities by using their “magic dust” (their strengths). Most of us know what we like and what we’re good at, and we also know the strengths of others. Ex. Who are the visionaries? Who prefers providing detail? Who enjoys status updates? What about communicating change?
Understanding differences and leveraging those differing styles, behaviors, skills, and abilities makes for stronger relationships, is energizing, and will help us achieve our goals while creating a happier workplace!
Sincerely,
In teamwork, silence isn’t golden, it’s deadly.
—Mark Sanborn
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