Help them create their own goals. Instead of saying I need you to be more productive. Make Mistakes More Often Encourage employees to risk making mistakes and create an atmosphere that encourages them to be open when errors occur. Usually when people make mistakes they feel guilty and try to cover up, sometimes even from themselves. The opportunity to learn from the mistake becomes hidden as well.
Mistakes are a part of growth.
Bring them out in the open and let others learn from the example. This will foster an environment of openness that encourages creativity and autonomy. Celebrate errors and victories equally. Vision of the Whole Keep the operation and vision of the company top of mind for everyone. When emphasizing this department or that process we often create value judgments, competition and detachment from other parts of the organization.