
When you do not see improvement, you need to become more direct
and you will end up specifying what the team member must do in
future (steering style).
When you see improvement as a result, you should of course also acknowl-
edge it. If they persist in acting in the unacceptable way, then you may have
to move towards disciplinary action.
Building-block 7 –
continuity and change
It is clear that as a first-time leader, you will not be in a position to change
the world and nor will you be expected to. However, don’t let this be an
excuse that prevents you from changing the things you can. Equally, never
suggest changes just for the sake of it and don’t ...