Great leaders understand that their words and actions have a big impact on their team’s morale, productivity, and overall success. While it’s important for leaders to be open, honest, and transparent, there are certain things that they should never say to their employees.
Here are 12 things that great leaders never say to their team:
“I’m the boss, do what I say.” Great leaders don’t rely on their positional power to get things done. They understand that they are only as good as their team and that everyone has a role to play in achieving success.
“That’s not my problem.” Great leaders take ownership of their actions and are willing to take responsibility when things go wrong. They don’t pass the blame or deflect responsibility onto others.
“That’s not possible.” Great leaders believe in the power of their team and encourage them to think creatively and find solutions to problems. They don’t dismiss ideas or shut down creativity without first exploring the possibilities.
“You’re not good enough.” Great leaders recognize that everyone has strengths and weaknesses and focus on helping their team members grow and develop. They don’t criticize or belittle their employees, but rather provide constructive feedback and support.
“That’s not my job.” Great leaders lead by example and are willing to roll up their sleeves and pitch in when needed. They don’t shy away from tasks or delegate everything to their team.
“I don’t have time for you.” Great leaders prioritize their team and make time for them, even when things are busy. They understand that investing in people is an important aspect of being an effective leader.
“That’s not how we’ve always done it.” Great leaders are open to new ideas and ways of doing things, and are willing to adapt and change when necessary.
“That’s not your job.” Great leaders recognize that their team members are valuable resources and are willing to support them in taking on new challenges and responsibilities.
“You’re not capable of doing that.” Great leaders have confidence in their team’s abilities and provide them with the support and resources they need to succeed.
“That’s a stupid idea.” Great leaders encourage open and honest communication and are willing to consider new ideas, even if they don’t agree with them.
“I don’t trust you.” This is a statement that great leaders never say to their employees. Trust is an essential component of any successful team, and great leaders recognize this. They understand that trust is built through honesty, transparency, and consistency, and they work to cultivate trust within their employees.
“You’re not good enough.” Great leaders recognize that everyone has strengths and weaknesses and focus on helping their team members grow and develop. They don’t criticize or belittle their employees, but rather provide constructive feedback and support.
The best leaders are aware of the power of their words and choose them carefully in order to inspire, motivate, and guide their team. They avoid saying things that could have a negative impact on their employees, instead choosing words of positivity and encouragement.
Lead From Within: It’s important for leaders to choose their words carefully and use them to create a positive and supportive work environment.
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After decades of coaching powerful executives around the world, Lolly Daskal has observed that leaders rise to their positions relying on a specific set of values and traits. But in time, every executive reaches a point when their performance suffers and failure persists. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.
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Of Lolly’s many awards and accolades, Lolly was designated a Top-50 Leadership and Management Expert by Inc. magazine. Huffington Post honored Lolly with the title of The Most Inspiring Woman in the World. Her writing has appeared in HBR, Inc.com, Fast Company (Ask The Expert), Huffington Post, and Psychology Today, and others. Her newest book, The Leadership Gap: What Gets Between You and Your Greatness has become a national bestseller.