In this solocast, Mark talks about building respect for yourself as a leader so that you can enhance the performance of your team. His prime example of how to earn respect, is Captain O’Connell from his years in Iraq. Captain O’Connell was called out of retirement after 9/11 to help lead the new Special Operations command and Mark was able to see him work first-hand.

Learn the three main aspects of respect:

• Clarity – it was always clear what was expected and what was needed, and so the team could always knew what it needed to do.
• Authenticity – you are able to “walk the walk,” and be both transparent and accessible
• Integrity – know how to communicate, so that what you’re saying is both useful and positive. Consider how what you say is going to land with others.

Listen to this episode for a stronger understanding of how respect plays into leadership skills and how you can work to develop them in your own team.