Two-Juice

Most organizational leaders have way too much to do. Too much paperwork, too much homework, too much putting out of fires, too much cleaning up of messes, too many meetings, too much "stuff."

Often neglected are the powerful one-to-one engagements with folks on the team. One-to-one equals TWO.

In my early years as an organizational leader, my lovely bride (now of 47 years) would gently remind me of the following: "Take care of the people, and they'll help you take care of the stuff."

Wise words then; wise words now.

There are huge benefits to spending a little one-to-one time with team players. In each of those Divine Appointments we can:

• Underscore their value
• Express appreciation
• LISTEN
• Laugh
• Empathize
• Clarify vision
• Demonstrate care

Those brief two-way conversations provide positive energy to both parties. And both need it.