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Teamwork: a critical step on the path to performance improvement

What drives success? It’s not just strategies or goals—it’s a team united by loyalty, trust, and a shared purpose, led by a leader who inspires through actions, not just words. At INGO, I see this every day. Whether overcoming unexpected challenges or striving for ambitious goals, our team works as one. I’ve witnessed moments where tough decisions had to be made or complex issues resolved, and each time, the strength of our collective effort made the difference. It’s not just about individual contributions—it’s about building something greater together. This kind of loyalty doesn’t happen by accident. It’s nurtured through open communication, trust, and ensuring that every team member feels their role is critical to the bigger picture. Every challenge becomes an opportunity when a team is aligned and motivated. What keeps your team connected during difficult times? Share your experience—it might inspire others to strengthen their own teams!

Smart people know an unsettling truth: loyalty must be given before it's earned. The best leaders I know extend trust and loyalty long before receiving it - they treat people as if they've already proven trustworthy. This seems naive until you realize it's a forcing function: by acting as if people have already earned your trust, you create the conditions that make it almost inevitable that they will. Instead of searching for win-win deals, create an environment where nothing else can exist.

The Power of Teamwork: Investing in High Performance Last week, our team gathered for two days of focused collaboration and growth at the beautiful wine club The Vintage Conservatory. 🍇 We worked on developing new collective behaviours to enhance our effectiveness as a team. We believe that the journey to becoming a high-performing team is continuous. And we must lead by example! We cannot expect our clients to adhere to practices that we do not follow. It demands ongoing investment, dedication to clarity, authenticity, and integrity and a focus on nurturing the five key traits of effective teams: ▶ Direction: A shared vision and clear goals. ▶ Discipline: The ability to execute plans and maintain focus. ▶ Drive: Passion and energy to achieve great things. ▶ Dynamism: The capacity to adapt and innovate in a changing environment. ▶ Collaboration: Willingness to work together and support one another. Excited to continue this journey together and witness the amazing accomplishments we can achieve as a team! 🚀 Thank you Barbara E Weber for leading the way and facilitating. Thank you, team, for embracing your authentic and awesome selves! Rita Loncar, Jon Tatham, Edgar G. Chedrawy, Michael Tatham #teamwork #highperformance #leadership #collaboration #growth

Smart people know an unsettling truth: loyalty must be given before it's earned. The best leaders I know extend trust and loyalty long before receiving it - they treat people as if they've already proven trustworthy. This seems naive until you realize it's a forcing function: by acting as if people have already earned your trust, you create the conditions that make it almost inevitable that they will. Instead of searching for win-win deals, create an environment where nothing else can exist.

"Why should we have to keep proving our worth when we’re already giving it our all? Recognition isn't just a reward—it’s fuel. When hard work is valued and fairly compensated, it inspires us to reach even higher. Imagine the power of a team that feels truly appreciated, where every effort is seen, and every success is celebrated. A little recognition, a fair reward… it’s not just good business; it’s how we build a culture of resilience, loyalty, and motivation. To every leader out there: invest in your people. Empower them. Watch how far they’ll go when they know their work really matters."

Be the first manager to do this… Have someone on your team tell you… “Thank you so much for checking in to see how I am doing.  You are the first manager to do that.  Thank you.” I’ve heard this several times in my leadership career.  BUT… In most cases why am I the first manager to say this? The biggest excuse I’ve heard for not connecting with employees… “I have no time! I’m too busy looking after making the quarter, dealing with customers complaints, or keeping shareholders happy. I get it.  I have been there many times. You need to keep the lights on, the doors open and pay the freight. BUT… You need to spare a small chunk of time to connect with your team. If you do anything at all... DO THIS… Set aside 5 MINUTES each day. Just 5 MINUTES. Pick up the phone, walk the floor and just talk to someone on your team. It will be the most valuable 5 MINUTES of your day. Trust me.  This small step will reap you huge gains. It is such small gesture that goes a long way. Do you intentionally set aside time to check with your team? 

🏆 Setting the Standard 🏆 🔍 Today, I want to celebrate an award-winning team that continues to raise the bar for excellence. Meet the team from Beckley, West Virginia, led by Shaun, with leaders Bethany and Krista also featured in the photo. This team has been nothing short of record-breaking, ranking at or near the top of the Territory—and, at times, the entire brand—in several key categories. Their accomplishments speak volumes about their dedication, discipline, and commitment to success. 🌟 What makes this team truly stand out is their unwavering focus on the customer. Every leader and associate here is well-disciplined in their roles and routines, ensuring that the customer comes first in every decision they make. By grounding their efforts in this principle, they have created a culture of excellence where high performance isn’t just an achievement—it’s the standard. Their ability to consistently set the standard and exceed expectations is a testament to the leadership and teamwork at Beckley. 🗝️ Shaun, Bethany, Krista, and the entire Beckley team: Congratulations on your incredible success and for being a shining example of what’s possible when a team works together with purpose and focus. Your ability to lead by example, prioritize the customer, and maintain high expectations is setting the tone for others across the brand. Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and for showing all of us what excellence looks like in action. 🔗 Recognizing teams like Beckley reminds us of the power of leadership and teamwork. When the standard is set high, and every member of the team is aligned to a common purpose, amazing things happen. Here’s to continued success and to leading the way for others to follow! #Leadership #Teamwork #Excellence #SettingTheStandard #RetailLeadership

3 signs you're being too 'soft' with your team and not calling sh*t out: 👇 If you often hear your team in the office say the following: 1️⃣ "I don't know." 2️⃣ "But we've always done it this way." 3️⃣ "That's not in my job description." Congrats - your desire to be 'liked' has overruled your desire to be an effective leader that calls sh*t out and makes good business AND employee decisions. If you care about your team's development - care enough to call out poor habits and business decisions (including your own).

If you don’t lead yourself, others will do it for you. Your colleagues... Your customers... External circumstances... It’s not always easy to be in the driver’s seat, but it’s important. Why? Because when you take control of your actions and decisions, you set the direction for yourself and your team, and inspire others to do the same. This is what helped me: 1. Taking responsibility for my actions and decisions. 2. Sticking to my values - in moments of pressure, my values keep me grounded and guide my decisions. 3. Staying consistent through sticking to my routines and commitments, even when my motivation is low. 4. Practicing self-discipline by staying focused and avoiding distractions. 5. Staying adaptable - being flexible without losing sight of my direction. #sales #SalesLeadership #SelfLeadership