Leading people may not always be pleasant specifically when we need to have a conversation with someone to correct his or her behavior or work incompetencies. Accept it as part of our commitment as a leader, do it objectively with sensitivity and firmly. Every such conversation will strengthen us over time when done correctly.
A good follower makes a good leader. When our leader have a conversation with us in the right manner, lets cooperate with them by being open to their observations, dialogue to clarify the observations, and when appropriate accept their corrections then find ways to change our behaviors. Take is as a critical source of improvement for our career growth!
At times, it is difficult for our subordinates to perform effectively without clearly defined job descriptions. When we already have one, it needs to be updated practically and often enough to reflect true contributions and status of competencies accordingly. Our subordinates need these JDs to enable them to stay focus and be certain of their contributions. It will also be easier to tie KPIs to them.