All they see is a vast expanse of water and all they hear is the irritating crack of their captain's verbal whip. Now imagine another canoe, one with 8 robust rowers and a crew captain who participates vigorously. The second crew captain is communicating a vision. Without a clear idea of where they are going, no team is likely to rally their efforts for a goal. Furthermore, their job satisfaction is likely to be modest.
Human beings perform at their best when they are working toward a rewarding objective.
This is a fundamental responsibility of managers. Without this talent, you seem like the pilot who announces good news and bad news to his passengers. The plane has achieved a perfect altitude and tailwinds are cooperating nicely. They know the flight plan and welcome the opportunity to communicate it to staff. Appreciation for Diversity Great managers realize that they cannot change people.