Be A People Person: Effective Leadership Through Effective Relationships

praise in public and criticize in private.

People don’t care how much you know
Until they know how much you care.

vision before him

Who I am—my position or title.

Where I am—my location or job.

Who I know—my sphere of influence. People open doors of opportunity.

What I know—my expertise. This will keep you in a position long after who you know wears off.

What I do—my production, character, credibility.

A leader motivates his team toward the end result by continually reminding team members of the overall vision and the importance of accomplishing the goal.

Inspiring Your People

Anticipate the person’s reactions and be prepared with your answers

Choose your words cautiously. Do not make matters worse than they are and needlessly jeopardize the person’s future.

Do it without bitterness or malice

Remember that how and when these messages are given can soften the blow.