During an economic slow-down, your star performers sometimes lose their luster. All too often, valuable information is put out about retaining the star talent or getting rid of the dead weight. However, there’s another group that sometimes get left out. They are the middle of the pack and they are susceptible to leaving, even in an economic slow-down.
This morning, I want to ask you about how you value consistent contributions? How do you show respect and appreciation to those individuals who show up each day and provide consistent contributions to your organization’s work efforts? What have you done in the last week to show gratitude?
Throughout your leadership journey, you may have heard the term transparency. Your clear, visible action(s) towards the consistent performers says a lot about who you are as a leader, what you value and who you respect. Your ability to communicate appreciation for their efforts is critical especially in a down-turned economy.
It is the value of the consistent performers who continue to keep your organization afloat during the valleys of your business cycle. Here are a couple of things you can do to let them know you recognize their efforts:
1. Pull them off to the side and Tell them you appreciate them being consistent.
2. Have a consistency celebration that recognizes them throughout the company.
3. Create an award for the most consistent performer.
It is important to let your entire organization know that consistency is valued. All of this will help you build stronger relationships within your organization.
Remember, leadership is a behavior, not an attitude or position.
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