Count on Me

Take a moment and think of your go-to people. You would likely include dependability in their list of virtues. We have to be able to trust in our team to be there, get it done, and do it right. It must start with the leaders of the team to set the example. I hate to admit it, but there were times when I would have a backup employee ready if I had “that” employee scheduled when I had a tight timeline. An effective team does not have room for employees you can’t count on. Life happens, sometimes calling out or having to leave early is a part of life, but it should not be a way of life. Have employees you can trust and depend on, and if you can’t, then find out why and proceed from there. You’re not being fair to the other team members to have to continually pick up the slack, and allowing it in your workplace will create strife, stress, and a negative impact all around.

Here, moreover, it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful.

1 Corinthians 4:2