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Let me ask you a simple question. When was the last time someone on your team said, “I see this differently”? If you cannot remember, it may not mean that everyone agrees. It may mean that people have stopped sharing what they really think. Good employees notice problems, hear what clients are saying, and understand the daily work. But sometimes they stay quiet because they feel that speaking will not make a difference.
Read ArticleMany managers tell me, “Ghassan, I tried to delegate, but the work came back wrong. It was faster to do it myself.” I understand. But if you always take the work back, your team will never learn and you will always remain busy with tasks that somebody else could handle. Delegation is not simply giving work to another person. It is helping someone understand the result and take responsibility.
Read ArticlePeople often speak about trust as if it is something complicated. It is not. Trust is built through small experiences. A manager keeps a promise. A colleague gives credit. Someone admits a mistake. A difficult conversation is handled with respect. People notice whether your words and actions match. This is why trust is created in the daily work, again and again.
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