Daniel Tan MBA, CFP®, IBFA, AEPP®, ACLP’s Post

You don't have to be the finest brain to build a great team, being genuine works most times. Here are 4 things I've seen effective #leaders do to consistently create a high-performance #team 👊 make the team excited about what they are doing. #dopamine_rush 🤝 create a sense of belongingness. #find_your_tribe 👍 establish genuine 1-1 connect each team member. #care about the team. 🥇 sincere #recognition -> pat on the back, occasional appreciation, define career growth.

Think balance is just for acrobats? It's the secret sauce in effective leadership, especially when it comes to mixing positive and negative reinforcement. Get it wrong, and you're just another voice in the noise. Get it right, and you're leading a team of motivated, high-performing individuals. The art of immediate correction following undesired behavior is not about reprimanding your staff. It's about recalibration. It's timely, specific, and, most importantly, constructive. But finding the balance is vital. If your leadership style is heavy on criticism, even if it's well-intentioned and immediate, you risk demotivating your team. It's like constantly being told what not to do without knowing what *to* do. Combine immediate correction with immediate recognition. Caught someone doing something right? Say it. Out loud. Right then and there. It's about reinforcing the behaviors you want to see, making the positive actions as visible as the corrections.

When I took the Clifton Strengths test, I was surprised to discover the domains a majority of my strengths lay in. The four leadership domains: 1️⃣ EXECUTING - helps you make things happen 2️⃣ RELATIONSHIP BUILDING - help you build strong relationships that hold a team together 3️⃣ INFLUENCING - help you take charge, speak up, and make sure others are heard 4️⃣ STRATEGIC THINKING - help you absorb and analyze information that informs better decisions. 6 out of the top 10 of my strengths were in Relationship Building, a surprise to me given how much of an introvert I am. The remaining 4 were split between Executing and Strategic Thinking. This has given me a lot to reflect back on and decided where I want my career path to take me. Take a moment to reflect on your strengths and share your findings

💡 Don't forget... 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐠𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞! As a leader, it's essential to set well-defined objectives and communicate them effectively to your team. This not only boosts productivity but also ensures everyone is working towards a common goal.

Lead by Example: Inspire Your Team Have you ever thought about being the kind of leader you’d want to follow? You want to set a positive tone for your organisation, right? It’s tough when you feel like your actions aren’t inspiring your team. You might be feeling a bit lost on how to lead effectively. You want to be a leader who motivates and drives the entire team towards success. Sometimes, it feels like there’s a gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it. You want to lead by example, but figuring out how to do that effectively is tricky. Want to become the leader you’d want to follow? DM me or comment below if you’re ready to inspire your team! Here's 5 Tips to get you started: Demonstrate integrity and honesty in all your actions. Communicate your vision clearly and passionately. Show empathy and understanding towards your team members. Lead with humility and be open to feedback. Stay committed to your own professional growth and development.

When managing your team, ask yourself: "How would I motivate them if they were my friends?". I call it 'The Empathy Effect'. I know, it's just a workplace, not a family, and I agree with that. That doesn't mean you can't treat people like people. When leading with empathy, you will: - Inspire trust and loyalty - Build deeper connections with your team - Encourage open and honest communication - Foster a supportive and collaborative environment Remember, it’s not just about what you achieve, it’s about how you lead your team to achievement. PS: Would your team describe you as an empathetic leader?

Transitioning into a new team, as a new leader is a leap of faith. Managers are often promoted based on their contributions as an individual contributor, not as a people leader which is a different skill set. Check out a video testimonial from a manager who successfully made the leap!

Don’t just manage a team, build a team! A team, You can grow with You can innovate with You can strategize with You can break barriers with You can genuinely connect with So, Build a quality team first Before you chase the metrics, productivity, efficiency, and revenue. Focus on the individuals who make your team. No, not just what they bring to the table professionally, but who they are as people. That's where quality starts! Quality comes with time Trust isn't built in a day. Neither is a quality team. Time gives way to open dialogues around strategy, vision, and, yes, personal lives too. Make that time, invest it back into the team, and see how it pays you back in commitment and innovation. When your team knows you care about them as people, not just as cogs in a wheel. That’s when the magic happens! #leadership #teammanagement

Imagine having a structured plan to effectively prioritize your work while leading your team. 🤔 Imagine partnering with someone who provides both guidance and accountability as you grow into your leadership role. 🤔 Imagine achieving a work/life balance that allows you more quality time with your loved ones. 🤔 If you're ready to make this vision a reality, let's connect. DM me to start a conversation. 🚀

One leadership skill that will activate your team. Authentic leadership is all about being genuine. By showing their true selves—strengths, weaknesses… You create a culture of … transparency … integrity … loyalty … trust Building… … strong … honest … relationships … team success. Connecting and empowering your team to achieve their best. Encouraging team members to be themselves and fully invest in their work, driving higher performance and satisfaction.