I may walk slowly but I never walk backwards Abraham Lincoln

As the old saying goes – when the going gets tough, the tough get going. There will be times when executing your business plans seems an insurmountable challenge. It’s not but it can seem that way sometimes. Remember setbacks are inevitable, defeat is not.

You need to be proactive, keep the mood positive, calm your team when needed, remained poised to do not panic. Easier to say than to do when your dream is at stake. But by setting the right tone you can improve your chances of success. Let’s consider some ideas for success. Stay focused – execute the plan. Focus on moving forward. Do not allow noise or distractions to disrupt the cadence of execution Remain flexible in the face of change or unforeseen circumstances Allow team members to focus on what they love to do. When they execute with passion, they will have the endurance to overcome setbacks. Make accountability a culture Top performers and support players are equally important Make the accountable to themselves and each other. The expectations of peers is a powerful motivator Ensure they know their roles and responsibilities Ensure the work is fairly distributed. Team members who feel they are taking on too much of the burden can become isolated. Show that the team is greater than the individual players Develop trust – like a family An atmosphere where teams trust and value the contributions of each other. They have each other’s backs. Form strong bonds Identify and eliminate hidden agendas Encourage a sense of humility -this in not all about the top performers. Encourage diversity of thought Diversity of thought is underestimated in the development of teams. Diversity of thought broadens perspectives – deepens the pool of knowledge. Identifies new opportunities, expands creativity, improves dialogue and problem solving Align the team’s expectations Know what to expect from each other Align to people’s strengths, correcting continually Do not become complacent. Find ways to improve and sharpen the ability to execute The leader’s role Live the culture and identity of what you want the team to believe in and how they should behave. Your values and vision. 100% focused on the team (The servant leader)

Your team will take their cues from you. And this is much more about the way you act rather than the words you say. Avoid the “do as I say not what I do “syndrome. By staying calm and aligning the team to their strengths, making responsibilities clear you will improve your team execution. ​