Unlocking Genius Leadership: A Deep Dive into Appreciative Communication Strategies
The Humanized Leader operating system contains four frameworks, the last of which is Genius Leadership. This is when you blend your personal core values with corporate values, work on purpose, eliminate energy zappers, and develop your team.
At the core of genius is great ability. The key to developing great ability is practicing a series of pertinent skills regularly over time. This month, we’ve focused on appreciation, and you are now invited to incorporate this mindset and skill set into your Genius Leadership toolkit. How? By practice, of course!
How Genius Leadership Stems from Practicing Appreciative Communication
When you commit to practicing appreciative communication, a multitude of rewards await:
- Net Positive Results. Dedication to appreciation leads to enhanced well-being among your employees. Through the practice of emotional intelligence, inspiration, and motivation, burnout is minimized, and your teams thrive of their own accord.
- Increased Employee Engagement. Creating a work environment that fosters a sense of belonging and value increases employee engagement. Appreciation builds trust, enabling constructive conflict resolution.
- Stimulating Innovation and Creativity. Team members who feel appreciated are more receptive to diverse perspectives and open to exploration. This cultivates an environment where innovation and creativity flourish.
- Reduced Turnover. Organizations where employees feel appreciated, supported, and understood experience lower turnover rates. Your commitment to appreciation positively influences the organizational culture.
- Enhanced Productivity and Decision Making. Shifting from a fear of mistakes to a mindset of commitment and exploration leads to increased productivity. Decision-making expands when the team feels supported and valued.
- Positive and Inclusive Culture. Over time, your organization is recognized for a healthy culture, making it an attractive place to work and do business with.
The Return on Investment
For business leaders and owners who are committed to Genius Leadership, the return on investment for adopting appreciative communication is indisputable. Embracing a positive attitude, fostering a culture of constructive feedback, and motivating others yield extraordinary results that reverberate throughout your organization.
Recommended Resources to Develop Genius Leadership in Appreciative Communications
To delve deeper into the art of appreciative communication, consider exploring these valuable resources:
- The Humanized Leader by Mary Pat Knight
- The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace: Empowering Organizations by Encouraging People by Gary Chapman and Paul White
- Thanks for the Feedback: The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback Well by Douglas Stone and Sheila Heen
- The Appreciative Inquiry Handbook for Leaders of Change by Dale Dauten
- The Heart of Social Change: How to Make a Difference in Your World by Marshall B. Rosenberg
- Leading with Gratitude: Eight Leadership Practices for Extraordinary Business Results by Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton
- How To Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie
- Nonviolent Communication - A Language of Life by Marshall B. Rosenberg
- Fierce Conversations by Susan Scott
Embracing Genius Leadership in Appreciative Communication
One last thought – remember that appreciative communication is an art, even in challenging situations. Dive into The Humanized Leader or other resources above and create your roadmap to this type of truly humanized leadership.
Appreciative communication not only elevates your leadership and expands your zone of genius, but also it positively impacts your well-being. When you feel better about yourself, your world and the incredible human beings within it, everything flourishes.
Embrace the art of appreciative communication, own your genius, and watch your leadership soar to new heights as you unlock the full potential of Genius Leadership.
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