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Expectations Create More Accountability and Better Leadership

"How clear are the expectations?": The first step in addressing employee performance problems.

Expectations are the starting and ending point of all performance. When expectations are set you have flexibility to make fast decisions, to act sooner, to fix detours, and to reward the right things

Expectations should be decided on and checked often.

  • Set expectations when beginning a project
  • Set expectations when an employee joins or leaves
  • Set expectations when new data occurs
  • Set expectations when a problem becomes apparent

Essentially, set expectations anytime you can find an excuse.

Expectations can be around timing, deadlines, quality, purpose, mission, goals, values, processes, relationships, and whole host of things. Don't make the assumption that everyone see it your way. An unspoke expectation is only a wish.

And remember, it is a two-way conversation. You have to make sure people accept the expectation. Take the time to get the input.

One manager shared that after clarifying expectations with the team, the team broke out in applause.

Why don't you go for a little applause this week.