Be certain each new hire can demonstrate self motivation. To have team success leaders must encourage risk taking. The more times at the plate, the more hits. The more strike outs, too. So tell them its okay to strike out, as long as they learn from it.
Teams participate in making decisions.
Participation does not suggest democracy - the leader or manager must still bear the burden of the decision. Participation means you listen to the team first, then make your decision. It better be. This is the key.