If you work with a motivated and high-morale team, you'll likely be achieving your objectives and then some.

But, if your team's struggling with low morale, turn it into your most positive team yet, with these four steps:

Step 1. Become a Positive Leader.

You play a big part in how your people feel. So, here are some ways to improve your positivity...

Consider your health, home, relationships, work, and achievements. Take action to improve any areas you're unhappy with.

Use SWOT Analysis to discover your strengths, and to bring meaning and pleasure to your career.

Step 2. Remove Obstacles to Positivity.

Review your team's policies and introduce beneficial ones, such as a rewards program or perhaps flexitime. Create a healthy and comfortable workplace for your team.

Step 3. Manage Positively.

Create an inspiring mission statement and team charter to give your people focus and direction. Step back and let people choose how they'll complete a project. Research shows that autonomy improves performance and job satisfaction. [1]

Step 4. Reinforce Positivity.

Celebrate your team's successes and help them to develop their skills. You can't build a positive team overnight. But, when you achieve it, you'll have a team that is able to accomplish much more.

If you want to learn more about how to build a positive team read our article here. © 2022 Mind Tools by Emerald Works Limited.