Unity, Understanding, Upbeat, Unanimity and Unbiased decisions ensure Success

            Unity, Understanding, Upbeat, Unanimity and Unbiased decisions ensure Success

“Where there is unity there is always victory.” – Publilius Syrus

Today, the only thing certain is uncertainty where domestic and global pressures are continuously impinging our business environment as well as our lifestyle. Technologies and global business strategies are changing rapidly and so are the rules and regulations for migration. Since Jan 2019, many corporates have been seriously affected by Corona Pandemic, resulting in job cuts and Working From Home (WFH). New challenges are emerging almost every month, and you need to readjust your strategy. As a team manager/leader you need to be understanding, unbiased, upbeat with high competency to unify your team into a well-knit unit. Some salient points which can help you achieve early success are given below:

·         Unacceptable.  Make sure that the product/service you offer to your customer is as per declared standard, Any product which is unacceptable to the customer will require rework, increase in cost, and loss of your credibility.

·         Unambiguous. Your instructions to your team must be simple and unambiguous leaving no room for any misinterpretation. This ensures that your team members fully understand the requirement and they will perform as per your plan, This will avoid any rework or delay in completing the assigned task.

·         Unanimous Decision. Always work to get a  unanimous decision during team meetings but be prepared to accept the majority decision.

·         Unbiased. As a manager/team leader you should be unbiased in giving your opinion and decision making. Each teammate is a valuable asset to you and a contributor to your success. Look after them and be equally accessible to all.

·         Uncertainty. We are living in a world of turmoil where the only certainty is uncertainty. When corporates are threatened, jobs get threatened too. Due to economic crises or changes in business/financial policies of the domestic or foreign market, the first cut comes on manpower. Therefore be prepared for change and have your CV/portfolio improved regularly.

·         Unconditional Loyalty. Do not bargain for loyalty since loyalty comes from within when you love your job. Always give and expect unconditional loyalty. This employs while dealing with seniors and team members. Always speak good about your organisation and team,  whether inside or outside the organisation.

·         Underplay. Be positive in your thoughts and any minor abrasion must be underplayed and not blown out for others to take advantage of. Praise your team at the top of your voice but correct their mistakes quietly.

·         Understanding. You need to understand the situation and respond appropriately. Misunderstanding leads to friction or gaps while understanding people brings harmony and higher productivity. As a manager/team leader, you must understand the potential of each member and his/her personal as well as administrative needs. You should also understand their home problems, particularly, of young working mothers as to how they manage young children and be on time for the job. Encourage young working mothers to work from home, at least 2 days a week.

·         Unconstitutional. You should neither do nor accept anything unconstitutional. Always follow the rules and revaluations of the organisation as well as those laid down by the Government or and higher authorities.

·         Underestimate. If you put up a proposal for a project with underestimated cost, you will incur a loss for the organisation. Never underestimate your opponent and face him/her firmly.

·         Unfair. Do not permit the use of any unfair means in your team. Honesty is always the best policy. Likewise, do not allow unfair means by students during their examinations.

·         Unfaithful. A faithful employee with even lesser competency is a more valuable asset for the organisation than a very competent but unfaithful person. Likewise, be faithful among family members and friends.  An unfaithful person will soon get detected and branded as a bad asset. To maintain good discipline/work culture, unfaithful employees should be shown the door.

·         Ungrateful, Be always grateful o your parents who have done so much for you and the teachers who have given you an abundance of knowledge to rise in your career. Likewise, always be grateful to God who has given life and wisdom to you for living a purposeful and happy life. An ungrateful person is not respected by any and will lose friends. He/she will get isolated and have very little or no support from others.

·         Unfounded. Do not entertain unfound information which may be hearsay or deliberately planted to mislead you, Always verify facts and then take the decision.

·         Unity. The real strength lies in unity in thinking, decision making and action. Unity brings synergy and optimal use of resources.

·         Union.  Do not form or allow any sort of union in your organization. Although lawful labour unions are allowed in big organisations, they must follow the rules/law.

·         Unique. God has created each one of us as a unique person. Therefore you must strive to evolve something unique. Common events keep happening as a routine. You are to have a unique talent/trait which is liked by most. Always have your Unique Selling Point ( USP) to win an audience.

·         Unilateral. Do not take unilateral decisions as that becomes an authoritarian approach. In a democratic environment, always seek advice from seniors, mentors, and inputs from teammates.

·         Unpleasant. There should be a healthy and happy work environment. You must avoid any unpleasant conversation among team members as well as with seniors. since that will affect relationships.

·         Unnecessary. Always follow discipline, commitment, and your work schedule. There should be no unnecessary conversation or activity in your workplace.  

·         Unemployed. Always keep your  CV up-to-date with new skills. You should be on the lookout for a job. Sitting  unemployed at home will be frustrating for you and worrying for the family,

·         Unity. Unity is the key to team success. When each member contributes to the common goal, a lot can be achieved. It is ever true – “ United we stand, Divided we fall “.

·         Upright.  If you are upright and upfront, your team will equally vibrant and committed to the task.

·         Unrealistic. You must allocate tasks as per the capability of the individual and the team as a whole. The targets set by you should not be unrealistic.

·         Unsafe. It is your prime responsibility to ensure that the workplace for your team is safe. Unsafe buildings, equipment, machinery or tools can cause injury to the workforce and they will be scared while working

·         Unstable. Stability in the  job, structure or  a process is necessary for building trust/confidence,

·         Unsatisfied. The customer, suppliers, channel partners should be fully satisfied as per your commitment. Even a few unsatisfied customers will spread wrong feedback about you and your organisation and that will impact market image.

·         Upbeat.  As a team leader, you must stay upbeat during any adverse situation. Keep the team cheered up to overcome a difficult phase in any project.

·         Upgrade. All machinery depreciates with time and need repair and maintenance. At some stage, it needs to be upgraded. Likewise, you must periodically upgrade your skills by attending workshops and taking certified courses for acquiring new skills.

·         Urge. Each Professional should have an urge to remain up-to-date in skills and commitment. This helps in excelling in your performance and shining among team members.

·         Urgent. You must appreciate the urgency of a situation and adjust your work schedule. It is important to do first thing first but there can be a situation needing urgent attention and appropriate response.

·         Usefulness. As long as you serve an organization, remain fully committed to the job, and show the usefulness of your position and actions. You should always be an important asset to the organization.

·         Utilization. As a team leader plan your resources for maximum utilization and minimum wastage. Your biggest resource is time and which should be carefully utilised for maximum return.

To read more, you may refer to my books/ebooks  “ A2Z- 26 steps for Assured Success”. and   “Career Challenges during Global Uncertainty”,  available on   www.amazon.com    or www. amazon.in

Brig ( Retd) Dr Sarbjit Singh, Former Exec Director,  Apeejay College of Engineering and Hony Advisor  School of Engineering and Technology, Apeejay Stya University, Sohna, Gurgaon, Haryana, India 122103.

Contact:  drsarbjit@gmail.com