
Let’s face it, no one likes a draconian manager. You know the type: They sit behind their desk, bellowing orders to an unmotivated workforce, with the only purpose to work fast, get paid and get out of the door.
The true essence of leadership is to display a sense of servitude and dedication to one common goal or purpose. The more that your team see that you are leading alongside them and are committed to the job, the more likely they are to be on your side. Developing a winning team is about recognising your leadership authority, but not shouting that authority at every point. That is why a code of honour is necessary for every business team. It’s not a set of values; rather it’s values extended into physical reality.What is a code of honour?
A code of honour is a set of rules that govern the behaviour of all individuals on a team. The agreement that must be signed by all team members. With a code of honour, the rules of engagement are plain to see, and everyone, including the managerial team must abide by it.- ‘Always be on time by being early’. This code covers punctuality and completing projects; and
- ‘Mission first, team second, individual third’. Have you ever witnessed two people having a major disagreement? This code gets them to think through the reality and importance of the position they are holding onto so tightly. Is it really about the mission (e.g. the goal or even the project) or is it their own ego that has taken over?
Why is a code of honour so important?
What happens in the absence of rules? People play by their own rules.How to create a code of honour
The code of honour will differ from each company, but there are certain rules that should form a part of every code. These are:- Punctuality and meeting attendance;
- Being committed to the company and having a mission first attitude;
- Displaying a good moral standing both in work and out of work. This point may seem a little extreme, but your people are your brand, and every time someone interacts with a team member, they are interacting with your brand.
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