In this episode of Impactful Teamwork, host Julia Felton explores why attention is the biggest gift leaders can give their team members.

Julia delves into how genuine attention fosters connection, engagement, and psychological safety, comparing it to sunlight that helps a forest grow. She discusses the barriers to maintaining attention like digital distractions, multitasking, reactive work patterns, mental clutter, and environmental factors. By addressing these challenges, leaders can harness the 'Attention Triad'—mental, emotional, and energetic attention—to boost team cohesion and performance.

Julia also introduces the concept of the 'Attention Continuum' and provides actionable strategies for leaders to place their attention deliberately and effectively. Don't forget to take the 'Turbocharge Your Team' quiz at businesshorsepower.com/quiz to identify areas for improvement in your team dynamics.

00:00  Introduction to the Biggest Gift for Your Team

01:18  The Power of Attention in Leadership

05:36  Creating Psychological Safety Through Attention

13:09  The Attention Triad: Mental, Emotional, and Energetic Focus

19:21  Attention Hijackers and How to Overcome Them

24:20  Conclusion and Call to Action

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