Write them down – but in a way everyone understands
According to Addicted2Success.com, managers often present team goals to subordinates in the form of a complicated spreadsheet with a target number for the team to achieve (sales, profit, number of clients, percentage increase, etc.) summed up in the corner. Subordinates usually do not take much away from such a presentation; often it just crosses their minds that the figures will be hard to achieve. Present the goals clearly. Use words subordinates can understand. Do not just show a spreadsheet, but explain what the goals are, why they are what they are, and how the team can actually get there. And always collaborate with your subordinates in developing the goals.
Define for individual employees how they themselves can contribute
Whenever you present the planned goals for the whole team, you must add a point "B", which is an individual plan for each team member on how they can contribute to the goals. Each subordinate has unique skills, strengths and work style. Leverage these individual strengths so each person makes a maximum contribution to the team's results. Make sure everyone knows exactly what to do and what is expected of them.
Ensure everyone has what it takes to contribute to achieving goals
Goals and ambition are one thing. But reality is another. And there is often a gap between these two worlds. So it is essential you as the manager make sure every employee really has everything they need to do their job and achieve their goals: equipment, knowledge, time, capacity and motivation.
Sell the vision of success to your subordinates
Simply presenting the goals and not caring further about your subordinates will definitely not bring success. You must also enthuse them for the team plan. You do this by selling the vision of success. Describe the benefits of achieving the goals, and present a dream vision they can look up to as they play their part in contributing to the success of the team.
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