Have you ever thought about the signals you send?

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Everything you do says something about you.  What are you saying through your words and actions, even you body language? Even the documents you produce say something about you.

Are you sending out positive signals in your policies?  Are there too many “Do Not’s” ?  To many limits.  To restrictive guidelines? or are they just the right blend of boundaries and freedoms.

Are you approachable?  Do you actually stifle conversation by seeming to be too aloof?  or are you open to questions and comments that may challenge your perspective.

Do you roll your eyes, sigh, smirk or laugh at the wrong times?  Do you frown, scowl, or furrow your brow at other peoples comments?

Don’t forget that everything you do, say, write and even display in your expressions says volumes to your team.   Make sure they are “saying” what you want people to “hear”.