FREE online courses on CRM - Developing People-The Key To Success - The
Growth Phase - Stretch
Abilities
Work can only harness a small proportion
of our talents. Sadly, it is usually the lone outlet for talents 
and creativity that enriches lives, gives job
satisfaction and
propels us towards growth. One of the reasons why tribal leaders are so
respected is their uncanny ‘memory' for the lineage of members of the tribe. Chaka, the Zulu Emperor, was so respected and
feared that his men went up against the Gatling machine–guns of the British,
getting mowed down in wave after endless wave. He also had charisma. His men fully lived up to
the expectations of their King.
Good managers
like Chaka can stretch the abilities of their men, just like company commanders
in battle.
The less you use of a person's
full potential, the smaller the returns!
People meet our expectations of them.
If you expect the heights from them, guide, inspire, encourage, and coach.
QUEST
1.What do you understand by the
term ‘stretching' one's abilities?
2. Explain how someone's abilities
can be stretched, by giving a detailed case study. Are there pitfalls associated
with the process?
