The need to be right can limit the productivity of many leaders. It’s a communications mistake that can distract your staff from their big picture goals. Do you want your actions undermining your team?
In this episode of our Productivity Edge series, you will learn how you can be a better leader by letting go of the need to be right. This doesn’t mean you’re not right but are willing to consider other viewpoints.
What Productivity Questions Does This Video Answer?
- How can I be a better leader?
- Why do I need to be right?
- How do you annoy your employees?
- What’s a good way to improve teamwork?
- How can I communicate more effectively?
Video Transcript
You hate distractions but do you create them? Effective leaders hate distractions because it hurts productivity. It takes the focus off the important stuff.
So are you maybe creating a few distractions on your own? Things that keep your staff not focused on the task but instead on your behavior.
The need to be right. Some leaders feel their way has to be the only way. They’re not willing to listen to alternative viewpoints. Perhaps someone did something differently in another place.
My suggestion: have an open mind listen to people. Doesn’t mean you have to follow what they’re telling you but by considering it, you show that you value that person’s opinion.
When you just dismiss a suggestion right away, a person tends to tune you out, they tend to gossip about it afterwords, things are getting done.
About This Video Series
Ken Okel’s ongoing Productivity Edge video series will make you more effective on the job. Every week, you’ll learn a new, easy to understand tip that you can use right away.
About Ken Okel
Ken Okel works with leaders and organizations to boost productivity, performance, and profits. At conferences, conventions, and company meetings, he engages audiences with new ways to maximize their time at work. To see a sample of his keynote and workshop presentations, visit: https://www.kenokel.com/videos/
