Trust and Inspire vs. Command and Control Leadership

Leaders often default to a command and control style, assuming they must be the smartest in the room to get things done. However, a different leadership approach, focused on trust and inspiration, is more productive. This approach not only gets tasks completed but also wins the hearts and minds of individuals, leading to buy-in and dedication. By adopting trust and inspiration over command and control, leaders can bring out intrinsic motivation, influence through moral authority, show rather than tell, and develop individuals. This method is reflected in successful coaching experiences, where trust and inspiration lead to better results than command and control.

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