lead by example

[Bob K]

Leadership sometimes feels like a seesaw. I believe completely in the concept of leading by example but it can be frustrating and deflating when you lead the horse to water but it just wont drink. I do my very best to set a positive and professional example for my employees. I communicate my vision for our company, have meetings setting expectations and the results are up and down. I'm also trying to be as consistent as possible in the ever changing environment of the auto repair shop. What's wrong with people today?

[mspecperformance]

You have the wrong people

[Bob K]

Some days i think that's the case and some days i think they're great and I'm fortunate to have them.

[mspecperformance]

Bob, if you are doing everything right and conveying the message of your company whilst showing genuine care for your employees and you are having staffing issues I would certainly say you may have the wrong team. If you are Losing people over money then something is missing

[mmotley]

Agreed with what Mspec has said. I also understand what you are saying, Bob K. I've had a 2 employees that were a huge help to my business at times, but generally were just not the right people to have working in my business. It hurt to let them go, but both parties understood why it had to happen. Like Mspec said, if you are doing everything right and still not getting the results, maybe it's time to look for new help. I've now got 2 GREAT employees who I would have a tough time forcing to leave my business. It takes time and maybe even some luck to find the right people, but when you do, you will know it.