This is critical, especially now that recruitment and retention, particularly in Public Works department positions, is a challenge.
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Leadership isn’t about power. It’s about how you treat people. When people feel valued and safe, they give more. They think bigger, act faster, and drive growth. But how do you know you’re leading well? Here are 8 signs of people-first leadership: 1️⃣ Empathy ↳ Understands their team's struggles and challenges. ↳ Responds with care, not just instructions. 2️⃣ Listening ↳ Values every perspective, not just the loudest ones. ↳ Gives full attention—because presence builds trust. 3️⃣ Trust ↳ Creates a safe space where ideas flow freely. ↳ Promotes accountability, not micromanagement. 4️⃣ Clarity ↳ Communicates expectations clearly to prevent confusion. ↳ Ensures every team member knows their role. 5️⃣ Empowerment ↳ Delegates meaningfully—because trust fuels confidence. ↳ Lets the team take ownership of their work. 6️⃣ Recognition ↳ Celebrates contributions, big and small. ↳ Makes people feel valued, not just productive. 7️⃣ Growth ↳ Encourages learning and professional development. ↳ Invests in the team's long-term success. 8️⃣ Patience ↳ Gives people space to learn and adapt. ↳ Supports thoughtful decisions, not rushed ones. Because in the end… Numbers don’t build companies. People do. When you put your people first: ✅ Teams perform better. ✅ Trust grows stronger. ✅ Success follows naturally. Which of these qualities do you value most in a leader?👇 ♻️ Found this valuable? Repost to inspire others. 📌 Follow for leadership insights.