
Besides, good leaders lead by example. They lead with their actions.
People follow by example. It’s just what we do. So it all works out – or not. Did
you ever have someone tell you one thing and then do something else or not do
anything at all? Sure you have. We all have. So what happened to that person’s
credibility? It probably took a big swan dive.
We all know that there is so much more to a safety program than
monthly speeches. Safety programs should be comprehensive in nature; combining
a number of elements like training, manuals, drills, meetings, posters –
whatever it takes to reinforce the important of a safe workplace. What I’m
saying is don’t just give it lip service and expect to achieve the goal.
Employees have an expectation that their workplace is safe. That
requires a group effort and the group requires a leader. Leading by example is
the behavior that will have the most powerful impact on them and your
workplace.
As the old Chinese proverb says, “Talk doesn’t cook rice.”
Posted by MJ Thomas
Posted by MJ Thomas