You're a new leader in the workplace. How can you earn credibility and respect?

Based on our extensive research on developing first-line managers through our WOW Manager program, we have seen that establishing trust is fundamental to successful leadership. Be open, be approachable. Walk the talk and follow through on your commitments. When your team sees you as dependable, they'll have more confidence in your decisions?and?guidance.

This will involve a combination of personal behavior, professional actions, and strategic communication. Be Authentic as me being me, I will always show my genuine self which helps in building trust. Admit mistakes when they happen and keep to promises (sometimes this is beyond our control). Importantly, creating an environment where team members feels comfortable in talking about ideas, questions and concerns.

As a new leader, you should: 1. Ensure consistency between your words and actions. 2. Avoid using authority to coerce employees into compliance. 3. Make everything you do clear and transparent. This will make your communication more persuasive.

Three foundational elements have to be in place for trust to be built. 1) The belief that you have the capability and competence to deliver for the team, 2) The belief that you will put the team's interests ahead of your own, and 3) the belief that you will execute and follow through on the commitments you make to the team. Trust builds over time as you (and all team members) consistently uphold and deliver against these core elements.

Empathy the most powerful yet vulnerable human essence which is irreplaceable by anything. Leadership is not successful without empathy. Team building is the most efficient way to lead and achieve success. A leader must foster: 1. Team members ability to think critically 2. Communicate effectively 3. Transform themselves with the alignment of their leader 4. Work into one direction 5. Appreciate small wins 6. Effective feedback Above are non negotiable for any leader to achieve success and Empathy is the cherry on the cake.

As a new leader, earn credibility and respect by showing empathy. Listen actively to your team members' concerns and needs. Understand their challenges and offer support where needed. Be approachable and open to feedback. Demonstrate that you value their contributions and are committed to their well-being.

Show Empathy: Understand and address the needs and challenges of your team members. Being empathetic builds a supportive and respectful workplace culture.

When I have taken responsibility for a department/division/org, I always begin by listening empathically to the members of the team. No credibility can be built on the back of "I'm in charge and this is how we are going to do it." Credibility is built on the shoulders of an attitude that asks questions and seeks to serve the overall success of the team as well as the individual interests.

As a new leader, earning credibility and respect begins with a bit of empathy. Imagine you’re tuning in to your team’s favorite podcast—really listen to their concerns and ideas, and show you understand what’s important to them. Offer support and understanding, just like a good friend would. When your team feels genuinely valued and heard, respect and credibility will follow, making your leadership journey smoother and more impactful.

Empathy- I have been coaching Empathy to senior leaders and its one of the most important tool to build connection wityh the team as a leader. In the process to learn the art of leadership two important things are unevitable to learn about the team: 1. Learn about the high moments 2. Learn about the low moments Above both the points are impossible without the empathy. Empathy is non negotiable component for leaders in shaping long term relationship and team building.

Leadership and Communication is like body and shadow of the body. Followings are the ingradients of successful leadership: 1.Establish relationship 2.Bring awareness about the goals 3.Set clear expectation 4. Giving feedback All above points are not possible without clear communication . successful leaders uses right frequently communication with the team. Leadrs are the one followed by other team members and the art of effective communication will help a leader to establish and shine. Communication for the team and internal ,external customers is imporatnt to meet the business requirement and successful relationship.

Just the other day, I confronted a "leader" who I felt was being furtive in their communication. Instead of just saying what they needed to say, they wanted to beat around the bush and use a lot of words to say NOTHING. This did not build credibility and I ultimately told the individual that I was not interested in collaborating. Clear communication is something that I have found to be critical to the success of any leader. This does not (necessarily) mean that we are worried about our elocution at all times. It DOES mean that we are not vague about expectations or furtive in our explanations. To use the old card-players expression, if you want to build credibility, "Put all your cards on the table, and let the chips fall."

Communicate Clearly: Be transparent about your goals, expectations, and decisions. Clear communication helps build trust and reduces misunderstandings.

Earning credibility and respect takes time. It can also start in small ways in your day to day engagements. When people can see that you have strong work ethics regardless of the situation / challenge, they will respect you. Credibility is gained when you walk the talk and deliver on what you promise.

The fundamental principle in management is putting people at the center. 1. You must manage yourself. 2. You must lead by example. You need to build the team culture you desire. To achieve this: 1. Visualize what you want. 2. Repeat it over and over until you can live and work with it. 3. Develop it into the culture of your team.

Allow team members the opportunity to fail and learn from their mistakes. It is important to provide guidance as needed but give room for people to question, learn and adapt. This will lead to more efficiencies and a better working environment.

I agree with this and in addition, be part of the team activities, allow them to assign you tasks, be as accountable to them as you would want them to be to you.

Lead by Example: Model the behavior and work ethic you expect from your team. Your actions should align with your words, showcasing your commitment and integrity.

Encouraging growth within your team involves creating an environment where continuous learning and development are prioritized. Provide Learning Opportunities: Offer access to training programs, workshops, seminars, and online courses that align with team members’ interests and career goals. Set Clear Goals: Work with each team member to set clear, achievable, and challenging goals. Regularly review progress and provide feedback to help them stay on track. Mentorship and Coaching: Pair team members with mentors or coaches who can provide guidance, support, and insights based on their experiences.

I believe that encouraging growth is a critical part of every leader's responsibility. I also believe that (once again) AI has jammed a bunch of unrelated concepts together to try to produce content that is relevant (even if it is completely unhelpful). While growth is important, it has little to do with credibility. In fact, if a leader tries to encourage growth but is not seen as credible in the eyes of the team, they will probably NOT see the opportunity in the same way...

Recognize and Appreciate: Regularly acknowledge and appreciate your team’s efforts and achievements. Recognition builds trust by showing that you value and respect their contributions. Provide Constructive Feedback: Offer feedback that is constructive and aimed at growth. Providing guidance and support helps build trust in your leadership.

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As a new leader, you need to focus on : 1. Understanding the business you are in which will help you have discussions with stakeholders and teams 2. Understanding your teams; their way of working, their strength and development areas 3. Listening fully; being in the conversation 4. Building trust with the team; walk the talk, keep commitments 5. Having clear communication with the team so that there is no ambiguity

It's all about walking your talk.. Being a new leader is tough because you were obviously hired in this supervisory role for a reason, but you also have a lot to learn operationally. People are, for the most part, understanding...so they aren't going to hold anything against you JUST for being new. They will observe you as much as you observe them for the first few weeks. Enter with an open mind and respectful approach. But make it known that with their expertise and buy in, there may be operational changes that could take place. But, any changes being made will be transparent and for their benefit. You need to play the long game and don't rush trust... it is the most significant piece to establishing a fully operational team.

Earning respect and credibility as a new leader in the workplace hinges on your understanding and approach to these crucial aspects. Firstly, recognise that respect is a two-way street; people respect those who show respect towards them. As a new leader, it's important to grasp the difference between authority and influence. While your leadership position grants you a certain level of authority, true respect is earned through your conduct and actions towards those whose respect you seek. Respect yourself and others so that they, in turn, can do the same. Credibility is straightforward. To earn credibility, you must be reliable, competent and have integrity. Consistently demonstrate these attributes, rather than doing so only occasionally.

Credibility is something that is earned—not something that can be bought or even gained. It starts with having a genuine heart to serve and then loving our people. In that space of encouragement, empathy, love and support...credibility is born and it is beautiful!