As we move into 2021, use the Christmas period to develop a plan to build stronger relationships with your team members. There are many characteristics of strong relationships, including those listed below. Please rate yourself on each characteristic:
1 – Not at all like me
5 – Exactly like me
The leader clearly communicates the team’s and organisation’s goals as well as performance expectations for each team member | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| The leader and team members are mutually committed to working together to achieve the team’s and organisation’s goals | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| The leader provides regular measurement about both the organisation’s and team member’s future | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| The leader has a thorough knowledge of the talents and abilities of each team member and respects their motivational needs and wants | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| The leader works to build consensus and understanding when processes, policies or strategies change | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| The leader encourages innovation and is open to new ideas for improvement | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| The leader is consistent in words and actions | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| The leader is an attentive listener and uses both formal and informal channels to hear and understand the messages coming from all members of the team, including external parties | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| The leader and all team members communicate openly and constructively about job related questions, challenges and issues | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| The leader and all team members respect and care about each other’s needs and goals | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| The leader is respected by the team members | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
Before returning in 2021, choose THREE of the above characteristics as priorities to work on during the first quarter. Develop a Plan of Action for each that you can share with your team:
| Priority 1 – |
| Priority 2 – |
| Priority 3 – |
