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Have holes in your holiday schedule? Want to give your staff time off but don't want to mess with an agency? See how KARE can help.
Good morning. The holidays mean something different to everyone and can often surface strong emotional responses from our teams. Emotionally Intelligent leaders are adept at fostering meaningful connections, a critical aspect in the realm of leading people. Here are ten tactical ways these leaders can enhance these connections:
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10 Tactics to incorporate into your daily routines and touchpoints
Open-Ended Questions: By asking questions like, "What are your thoughts on this approach?" EI leaders encourage open dialogue and deeper understanding.
Regular One-on-Ones: These leaders understand the importance of individual attention, ensuring each team member feels heard and valued through consistent one-on-one meetings.
Active Listening Techniques: Techniques like nodding, verbal affirmations ("I see"), and paraphrasing are employed to demonstrate understanding and engagement.
Tailored Communication: Adjusting their communication style, EI leaders use technical language with clinical staff and simpler, empathetic language with patients and families.
Personalized Appreciation: Specific recognition of team members' efforts, such as noting exceptional attention to patient care, fosters a positive work environment.
Solution-Focused Conflict Resolution: They steer conflict discussions towards solutions, asking questions to understand desired outcomes.
Emotional Self-Regulation: Techniques like deep breathing or brief walks are used to manage personal emotions, particularly in high-stress situations.
Encouraging Team Feedback: EI leaders facilitate an open and effective team environment by creating a safe space for feedback.
Inspiration Through Vision Sharing: Sharing the bigger picture, such as goals for improved patient care, aligns and inspires the team.
Personal Development Opportunities: Encouraging team members to pursue growth opportunities, such as further skill development.
Incorporating these EI strategies can significantly enhance team dynamics and patient care in skilled nursing. By applying these tactics, leaders can observe tangible positive changes in their teams. Wishing you a productive and insightful day ahead.
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