Lead by example
by Caryl Thomas - HR Dept Cardiff West
***this short article appeared for the first time in People Matter, September 2016 and has been published here with the consent of the author***
"Lead by example” is a well-worn maxim, but one that often rings true. Doing things properly yourself in front of your employees, including the basics like attendance and punctuality, is a sure-fire way to instil a positive workplace culture.
Nine top officials in Dubai found this out the hard way when Dubai’s ruler, Sheikh Mohammed, made some surprise early morning inspections.
Upon arriving at the Departments of Land and Economic Development, he discovered the desks of many of the directors to be empty.
The very next day, retirement was imposed upon the absent leaders (not an option in the UK so an alternative solution would be required!) to make way for a fresh leadership at the helm.
Swift consequences indeed.
Poor leadership will more often have an eroding effect on performance as the bad habits of managers percolate down an organisation and become entrenched. Worth keeping an eye on, even if you are not a Head of State!
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