Rally your people to the cause.
It’s a timeworn tradition: Before the battle, before the big game, a leader steps forward to rally the troops.
There’s a reason for that: it works. When people believe in themselves— and know someone else does, too,— it’s amazing what they can accomplish.
Try this next time you assign a new task to a person or team: State out loud that you are sure the assignment can be completed. Then express your confidence in the person or team who is taking on the assignment.
Be sincere. It’s important that you believe what you are saying. And remember, it’s ultimately your responsibility to help your team members achieve what you have assigned them by providing resources and direction, if needed.