Many entrepreneurs can keep numerous tasks or projects running simultaneously. Farmers provide an excellent example of this – work needs to get done, and often it’s achieved by working harder and longer hours.
This changes when more people are involved. Eventually, as the business grows, even the hardest working and efficient farmer will need to bring in more help. It can be a huge adjustment to shift from doing the work themselves to accomplishing work through others. Instead of just working harder to move the business forward, a leader needs to optimize how well the team works and look for ways to enhance employee’s efficiency and engagement.
The best leaders usually have ‘spikey profiles,’ which means they’re really good at one or two things but not good at everything. Being organized can be a big ask for certain leaders, but structure and process are necessary to ensure that all employees know the employer’s expectations. Solid processes also ensure that employees are treated equally and fairly.
In this article, we look at four core concepts and processes you need to lead a team effectively:
- Employee handbook: Creating an employee handbook to document and communicate fundamental rules and standard operating procedures is a good place to start.
- Priority planning: Unexpected events can require a change in plans. Create a strategy to help everyone decide what needs to be taken care of immediately and what can be pushed back.
- Time management: Efficiency levels for individuals and the team become harder to assess as the number of employees and business complexity grows. Tools and strategies to monitor efficiency become very important.
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