Leaders set the weather.
Teams copy what leaders do, not what they say. Your habits quietly become the team's norms.
What you model
They Watch
“When does the boss log off?”
- Your hours and response times
- Whether you take leave
- How you handle pressure
What you reward
They Learn
“What gets praised here?”
- Heroics or prevention?
- Speed or sustainable pace?
- Answers or good questions?
What you react to
They Remember
“Is it safe to bring bad news?”
- Your face when things go wrong
- Blame or curiosity?
- Who gets interrupted
Your habits become the team's norms.