49: Six Ways to Lead People Without a Formal Title

Almost all of us are put into leadership roles where we need to influence people that we can't bark orders to. It's essential for all of us to learn how to lead without a formal title. In this episode, I explore 6 things you can do to lead others outside of title and position that will create better results for both of you. 1) Find out what's important to people - and then help them get it Appreciate the past Understand the present Picture the future Identify passions ARTICLE LINK: 4 Ways to Prepare Your Team to See The Future 2) Go out of your way to recognize people Write thank you notes - I write at least 1-2 each week Do everyone possible to share people's name is a positive way publicly Use people's names 3) Make decisions for the long-run 4) Don't love 'em and leave 'em 5) Engage your opponents Take time to listen to people who disagree with you You don't have to agree - but understand where they are coming from 6) Have a sense of humor Groundhog day Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.