“Rebooting a Low-Motivation Team”

STEP-BY-STEP ACTION PLAN

Source: Leaders Eat Last + Dare to LeadTip: People won’t speak up or grow if they feel judged or unsafe. How-To:Hold a private 1-on-1 with each member (15 mins only). Ask: “What’s been draining you lately?”“What’s something you wish was different at work?”“How can I support you better?”Your mindset: You’re not fixing them—you’re listening.

Step 1: Reset the Atmosphere – Create Psychological Safety

Source: Atomic HabitsTip: Motivation grows when people feel progress—even small wins. How-To:Create a “Micro Goal of the Day” habit: → Example: “Today just visit 3 clients and smile.” → “Log 1 win in the group chat before 5PM.” Reward it: say “Nice!” even for small steps.Track it with checkmarks or emojis in a shared chat/group.

Step 2: Start Micro-Wins Daily

Source: Start With Why – Simon SinekTip: People don’t get tired of work—they get tired of meaningless work. How-To:In the next team huddle, say: “Let’s revisit why we do this. It’s not about just selling—it’s about helping people get better service, better signal, better life. That’s the goal.” Ask them: “What’s the best moment you’ve had with a customer?”Collect and share these stories weekly—it reconnects them emotionally.

Step 3: Clarify Purpose – Connect to Why

Source: The Making of a Manager – Julie ZhuoTip: People respond better to encouragement than orders. How-To:Use “I noticed…” + question” coaching style: → “I noticed you’ve been quiet in meetings—what’s up?” → “You’re great at talking to new clients—how can we make more use of that skill?”

Step 4: Coach, Don’t Command

Source: Atomic HabitsTip: Culture is built by repeated small actions. How-To:Choose one ritual together with the team: → Daily “Good news update” → Weekly “Shout-out Friday” → Monday meme motivation (fun counts!)Make it consistent, fun, and visible.

Low Motivation Team for a Manager

Faridjilham Nur