"Life's not fair," Yin moaned.
Sister, have I got news for you: If life was fair, we'll all be earning the same salary. So get use to it.
While it's important to treat everyone with fairness, the key to good leadership is recognising that different people require different handling. Some ...you got to kick their butt, other...you got to kiss their butt, and some...you got to wipe their butt. Whereas one may respond to urgency, another may be more motivated by pressure. Some are motivated by bonuses and perks, others by flexible work schedules, still others by power and achievement. The key is knowing which is which.
There is a need to tame the green-eyed monster, though. dealing with jealousy and claims of unfairness are all part of the parcel when you treat individuals differently.
What's really important though, is that everyone should know they are valued and that their individual contribution has importance. I try to let them know I respect and care about them equally. I set specific goals with each.
Treating your team members differently isn't playing favourites - its' playing smart. It's recognising that each person is an individual with specific needs and dreams.
Different players require different handling in a winning team
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