There are various aspects that influence the performance of the employees and inturn the business.
In the current trend it is not possible for a leader to get the work done by 'Command and control' style. It is important that a environment is created which motivates the employee.
An article in achieveforum.com lists out three motivational needs - Connection, Competence and Choice.
Right from a baby to a grown adult humans have a tendency to be social and have a need to connect with others.
We also want to be competent so that we feel capable and express our capabilities. Humans also want to make our own decision in our own course.
To be able to cope up with these basic human nature, a leader has to practise three key techniques - exploring ideas, supporting employee choice and using needs-supporting language.
Practising alone won't help but these must be implemented in areas where it is needed. Instead of taking in all the pressure of doing something, the work can be distributed.
'Many managers mistakenly think that they need to have all the answers. In fact, employees appreciate the opportunity to contribute their thinking. Just make sure to give credit where credit is due,' the article states.
The second point, supporting choice, this allows the employees to achieve business goals in their own way but within the guidelines. give enough opportunity and space for your employees to achieve, micromanagemetnt will actually lead to lack of internal motivation.
The appropriate words are important to keep the spirits of the employees. Always try to avoid criticising, this will undermine the need for competence.
'Avoid the word “should,” which undermines choice. Instead, use words like “It’s important to …” or “You might want to ….' the article points out.
This tips might come in handy the next time you interact with your employees and the reward can be immediately seen.
