Want to be a Great Leader? Great Communicator? Inspire Others?
Great leaders often communicate in ways that inspire, motivate, and empower others. Here are some things that great leaders commonly say:
- “I believe in you.” Trust and confidence in others can motivate them to perform at their best.
- “How can I help?” Offering support and assistance shows that they care about their team’s success and well-being.
- “Thank you.” Expressing gratitude acknowledges the hard work and contributions of others, fostering a positive environment.
- “What do you think?” Encouraging input and valuing diverse perspectives can lead to better decision-making and innovation.
- “Let’s find a solution together.” Promoting collaboration and teamwork to overcome challenges.
- “It’s okay to fail.” Emphasizing that mistakes are part of the learning process can create a culture of growth and resilience.
- “I was wrong.” Admitting mistakes and showing vulnerability builds trust and credibility.
- “Let’s celebrate our success.”Recognizing and celebrating achievements boosts morale and motivation.
- “What did we learn from this?” Encouraging reflection and learning from experiences, both positive and negative.
- “I trust your judgment.” Empowering others by showing confidence in their abilities and decision-making.
- “How can we improve?” We are always looking for ways to grow and improve, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- “Your work matters.” Reinforcing the importance and impact of each person’s contributions to the larger goal.
Great leaders understand the power of their words and use them to build trust, inspire action, and create a positive and productive environment.
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We also love this list from Inc. Magazine–
9 Things Great Leaders Say Every Day
1. “This is the situation.”
People want to know what’s going on. Odds are, they’ll find out anyway, or worse, fill in the gaps with conjecture. When you keep important things excessively close, you sap morale, rob yourself of your team’s insights, and make people feel undervalued. Does it sound crazy to let them in on everything? Walmart founder Sam Walton did it for decades, and he did okay.
2. “Here is the plan.”
A leader is supposed to lead. People will offer great suggestions, especially if you’re saying and doing everything else on this list, but you need to be able to make decisions and stand behind them. Your team needs to know where and how you’re trying to take them. Also, don’t forget the crucial corollary: You need to be able to say “no,” especially when moving inconsistently with your plan.
3. “What do you need?”
This is crucial for two reasons. First, people need to know that you care about them personally and professionally and want them to succeed. Second, if you’ve put together a great plan, you must leverage every person’s abilities to the maximum extent possible. You want to know why they cannot give it their all.
4. “Tell me more.”
Let people know you’re more interested in finding good answers than hearing yourself speak. Give others implicit permission to share their opinions- or invite them explicitly, if necessary. Staying quiet is an invitation for others to offer ideas and insights.
5. “Remember our values.”
You can’t possibly stare over the shoulder of every person making decisions that affect your organization, but you can remind them to make choices that the rest of their team will be proud of. Of course, reminding people of your values requires you to articulate shared values.
6. “I trust you.”
If you can’t trust the people on your team, they shouldn’t be on your team. You need to trust their integrity, judgment, confidence, and passion and ensure that they understand how much you depend on them.
7. “You can count on me.”
The flip side of that last point is true as well. If your team can’t trust you, they shouldn’t do you the great honour of letting you lead them. So tell them you’ve got their back, and then work like hell to fulfil your promises.
8. “We can do better.”
One of leadership’s toughest, most crucial parts is pushing your team to a higher standard than they might set for themselves. That means congratulating them when they do well but not coddling them when they don’t live up to their potential. It also means admitting when you fail to live up to those standards.
9. “Let’s celebrate!”
Don’t create a culture where the only reward for great work is more work. Instead, make it a practice to celebrate your large and small wins. This can mean big parties and bonuses, but it can be just as important to praise people for their great work and congratulate them on their professional and personal milestones.