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Inspiring Others to Align with Your Vision
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- Jason Ehmke
- @jason_ehmke
It's not enough to have a clear vision, you must be able to share it with your team in a way that inspires them to follow you. You need to paint a picture that they can see themselves in.
It's important to listen to your team's concerns and perspectives. When you take the time to understand their perspective, you can better communicate how your vision aligns with their goals and values.
You need to have the discipline to communicate your vision clearly, consistently, and with passion. You need to be able to articulate your vision in a few simple, powerful words that resonate with your team.
In order to inspire others to align with your vision, you must be an example of the vision yourself. Your actions should align with your words. If you say your vision is to prioritize the customer, but your actions prioritize profit above all else, your team won't believe in your vision.
You need to have confidence in your vision, but not be so rigid that you can't adapt to changing circumstances or feedback from your team. By showing that you're open to feedback and willing to make adjustments, you'll build trust and respect with your team.
Inspiring others to align with your vision is a critical component of leadership. It requires clear and consistent communication, empathy, discipline, leading by example, and the ability to adapt when necessary.