Developing others begins by creating meaningful connection. It means being present instead of absent. It’s the difference between attempting to engage the team and engaging with the team.
The most meaningful opportunities for connection aren’t grand gestures or launching new, time-consuming initiatives. They’re the small moments in the daily routines, maximized for meaningful impact to work and grow together.
Leaders must create meaningful connection with their teams to earn the opportunity to develop them.
Think about the opportunities you already have to engage with your team. How can you create a meaningful connection with each person this week, as a first step in the development process?