Rewarding High Performing Team Members
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In this episode of 'How to Lead,' Kate dives into the delicate art of rewarding top performers without doing what Linda would do - just giving them more work. She'll explore the power of personal acknowledgment, and strategies for setting clear goals, providing regular feedback, and maintaining balanced workloads to keep your team energized and productive. Kate also discusses the importance of celebrating successes and fostering high morale through empathetic leadership.
Whether you're a seasoned manager or an aspiring leader, you'll gain actionable insights to build and sustain a high-performing, motivated team.
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Episode Highlights
00:00 Introduction to Rewarding High Performers
00:37 Linda's Example: The Wrong Way to Reward
01:03 The Pitfalls of Overloading High Performers
02:02 Effective Ways to Reward Hard Work
02:06 Personal Acknowledgement: A Simple Yet Powerful Gesture
02:45 Development Opportunities: Investing in Growth
03:19 Flexible Working Arrangements: Trust and Respect
03:50 Financial Incentives: Tangible Rewards
04:51 Special Projects: Meaningful Challenges
05:17 Appealing to Employee Values
05:25 Introducing My New Book: How to Lead
05:54 Creating a Positive Work Environment
06:22 Encouraging Autonomy in Your Team
07:02 Setting Clear Goals and Providing Feedback
07:39 Balancing Workloads Effectively
08:12 Recognizing and Celebrating Achievements
08:36 The Importance of Listening to Your Team
09:02 Wrapping Up: Rewarding Hard Work
09:25 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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