When you ask another person to do something, it may help both him/her and you if you tell him/her what to do, why he/she should do it, when him/her should do it, where him/her should do it and how him/her may best do it.

We are all influenced by our background and experience. We perceive instructions in the context of our education, experience, heritage, the culture of our organisation, and number of other variables. Good managers know this, and they make sure that their instructions are clear, concise, and well understood. They also know that they must walk a fine line between conveying them sufficient latitude to do their jobs.

You may strike the right balance between instruction and motivation by encouraging employees to participate in setting objectives for themselves and their team, helping them develop a plan for achieving their goals, and by making sure that each individual clearly understands the team’s mission and his or her role in achieving it.

Suggest that team members check in occasionally to report their progress, then get out of their way and cheer them on to victory.

Peace&Love

Miti