We’ve all read dozens, if not hundreds, of articles on business management to discover the best formula for our own company. There are many experts working for top advisory firms that publish professional articles and provide top-quality strategies that people pay premium prices for. However, I’m not an expert analyst, and I’m not able to give advice that people are willing to spend a fortune for. I think that sometimes tiny and straightforward advice can make a huge difference for entrepreneurs. It is true that sometimes, even minor adjustments can result in significant changes in course that can boost business. Here are some suggestions to help your business grow:
1. Trust
There’s a saying: “trust your men, and they’ll prove their reliability.” This is true even in small-scale businesses. I’ve seen this often happen with my staff. As a leader, generally, you’ll like to have as much control over all aspects of the work as you can. Many bosses like to set the foundations for a job to ensure that everything is handed from them, which makes them the ultimate decision-maker. That’s not the way to go. It will reduce the sense of responsibility of your crew and diminish confidence in their abilities. You can put your faith in your crew members by providing them an A-Z section of work and letting them go at their own pace. This is precisely the thing they require to increase confidence in themselves and feel a sense of accountability. It’s the same as sending a soldier on the battlefield to fight another’s war and letting him know that this is the battle that he is fighting. Don’t be afraid to trust your team, and they’ll prove their reliability.
2. Connection
An entrepreneur who is successful is one who can connect with their employees. Sometimes, an essential “good morning” or “how’s everything going” can make a difference and can bring a smile to someone’s face. The business world is similar to a family in many ways. As a leader, you must eliminate any friction among your employees. Make sure your employees know that you value them and their issues. Don’t be abrasive. Be reasonable, and be flexible. Instead of sitting at work, away from your team, and having a conversation with them, you can try engaging them. Share an amusing story, talk about your day or weekend, or inquire questions about what’s going on. Create an enjoyable atmosphere for your team. According to the saying: “a day without laughter is a day that’s wasted.”
3. Initiative
I’ve done it numerous times, and it’s always been a success. If you’re looking to build relationships with your employees, you must step up and make them feel special. Make a change in the routines that you have in your company. Make sure your team members know that, even though you’re the boss, in the end, you’re one of them, and they will be able to communicate with you. As an example, you could offer everyone a 5-minute break, then take your employees to the office and play a hilarious popular YouTube video and share a laugh. Another suggestion is to order pizza for your team and let them know that tomorrow’s lunch is for you. There’s a lot more you can accomplish; you only must be aware that actions and not words are what matter the most.
Here are a few suggestions and insights into how I manage my company. The bottom line is that it is, as a famous man once said, “take away all my assets but leave me my business, and within five years, I’ll be able to get it back.” Start a company or an organization that you can trust in times of need.
Utilize my experience and tell me your thoughts and where they come out. Let me know your experience. Good luck!
