There are countless leadership styles, each developed through extensive research spanning various countries and cultures. However, amidst this diversity, is there a universal model or principle that can be applied across different situations? This was the intriguing topic of our workshop today.
The participants hailed from three distinct backgrounds - the police workforce, education, and record management. Together, they tackled the question: 'As a leader, how do you balance incentives with discipline in a team environment?'
Navigating their diverse backgrounds, the group grappled with how to collaborate towards a shared model or principle. Amidst their differences, they recognised their common ground - the need to manage people effectively on a daily basis.
Through storytelling, discussion, and model-building, they crafted a set of principles they dubbed 'Our Principles of Balanced Leadership.' These principles, they believed, could be applied across various team settings.
I am immensely proud of this group. Despite the challenging topic, they fostered a productive environment and each brought insightful contributions to apply in their respective work environments tomorrow.
Here are some key highlights from 'Our Principles of Balanced Leadership':
Look for the 'why'
Address the issue first, not the behavior
Maintain focus on incentives
Adhere to the team's discipline guidelines consistently
Offer coaching, ongoing feedback, and incentive plans to correct behavior
Move forward; avoid dwelling excessively on past mistakes
Thank you for your valuable insights and contributions! Keep up the great work.
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