How to Influence Your Team – What You Need to Know
Building trust that gains influence with your team is paramount for success in any company. There are many ways to gain positive influence.
Always treat people with respect. If you expect to be respected as a leader, you must first learn how to display it to the group. If you disrespect people it does not build influence. Each member of the team needs to know they are valued.
Give people the opportunity to succeed. If you have faith in your team’s ability then show it to them by helping them attain their goals by giving them the tools to succeed. If they make mistakes, it will be a learning moment for them and will help them grow as professionals.
Recognize and reward good efforts. Do not look for reasons to criticize fellow workers especially in a group setting. When you recognize achievement in others it will surely be contagious.
Always be responsive and approachable. Welcome walk-ins and don’t make people wait too long for responses. Always be professional consistent and reliable. Your team will appreciate it. For more information about team building and leadership visit us at www.pilotagegroupllc.com/our-services or call us at (484) 269-0379. Drop us a note, we would love to hear from you.