Preparing your team for tough times

Managing people is difficult at the best of times, but when the going gets tough, it can be incredibly difficult to keep the ship together. This list details some actions you can take to prepare your team for tough times.

1. Develop a strong sense of company values: When all of your employees are on the same page, it will be easier for you to coordinate the right responses to difficult situations.

2. Build strong teams: Make sure that your employees are always collaborating with one another. Remember that the sum of everyone’s parts is more valuable than everyone’s individual efforts.

3. Ensure that everyone is accountable for their actions: By clearly defining people’s responsibilities, you can make sure that everyone is working to their full capacity. If there are blurred lines between people’s roles, it becomes easier for people to skirt their responsibilities.