Often, when people have the expertise, many assume that other people have the same knowledge, abilities, experience, and insight.
This can be a regular occurrence for entrepreneurs and owners because most are at the tip of the spear so learned more.
It’s easy to forget that “non-owners” aren’t ‘like us,’ isn’t it?
The main thing to remember is that, while this may be annoying, it might have a negative impact on your capacity to expand your business if you don’t bring people along in incremental steps.
Most individuals are non-confrontational, and if given the option of speaking out or nodding their head and smiling nicely…
You already know what they’re going to pick, don’t you?
They give the impression that you are on the same page, but in reality, you could be speaking a foreign language.
This is why, as a leader, you have a special responsibility to communicate in a way that eliminates the possibility of misunderstandings.
And a big part of that is by asking your team members the same questions you ask yourself.
Watch for team members struggling to respond or repeating the same mistake. Another indicator to watch for is if you are shaking your head and saying something to the effect of ‘They just don’t get it?’
Maybe it’s while you’re talking to your teammates…
Or even potential…
Providers of services…
If so, you may be suffering from a condition known as ‘The Curse of Knowledge.’ We often see this when team members struggle to use the numbers.
Now, what can you do to bring stakeholders along?