trust our leaders, we feel safe,
and such safety means that we
no longer have to direct any
energy and time towards selfpreservation and watching your
own back. If you know your boss
has your back; if you know your
team has you covered, your
organization becomes stronger
and you can direct more of your
energy into your work.
We also have a far greater
impact when we work
collectively and cohesively
towards a goal, which is only
possible once you trust your
colleagues and leaders.
In essence, touch boosts your
productivity, not by putting time
constraints and deadlines on
your colleagues, but by building
a sense of trust, community and
deeper bonds to your company
and those involved in it. It makes
people feel as though they’re
a part of something big, a
part of something good, and
when you feel that way you’re
far more likely to get the job
done more efficiently, with less
procrastination and with more
joy!
So how then, can we use touch
to become a better leader?
(And this doesn’t simply apply to work – leadership is a lifestyle choice).
Here are some simple and appropriate ways to incorporate touch into
your leadership style:
1
Greet People With Touch
In the morning go around and make
contact with your team. A pat on the
shoulder, a handshake, even a hug
– it makes people feel immediately
welcomed and connected. This goes
for the workplace as well as
everyday living.