Are you suffering from decision making fatigue as a leader?

As a leader, your decision-making style can be described as how you typically react when faced with a choice. Do you make a decision alone? Do you consult others? Do you go with your gut? Perhaps you over analyse? Maybe you even flip a coin? Check out our hellomonday post which delves into the four primary decision-making styles of leadership. And read about the tell-tale signs of decision-making fatigue.

Empathetic listening

Use empathetic listening and questioning to allow you to develop and enhance relationships with a stronger understanding of what is being conveyed.

Make someone feel heard

To gain real respect from your team you need to ensure that you are actively listening to them, both to what they say and don’t say.

Burnout isn’t good for anyone, least of all a leader

For any leader it’s important not to fall into the trap of being on 24 x 7. Boundaries are important. Remember, there was once a time when you couldn’t be on a conference call while sitting in traffic, and when your clients didn’t have your home phone number, or when emails were on your computer at work, not incessantly buzzing during family dinner. Check out our hellomonday post to appreciate the differences between work-life balance, work-life separation, and work-life integration.

Asking for feedback

When your follow up has been effective, the insights you will gain through this process will allow you to learn from your interview experience, helping you to improve your performance going forward.