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Being Organized in this Season of Distractions

By Clay S. Nelson, President - Consulting Services Network LLC

It is that time of year when the resources of our businesses often become stretched thin. Kids are out of school, families leave on extended vacations, and relatives arrive on our doorsteps for a visit. These distractions take their toll on our businesses and teams!

While some may view these distractions as part of the summer time ebb and flow, there are things that you can do to make sure you, your team, and your business survives the summer months. The key is ORGANIZATION!!!

Be prepared. Plan for a shortage in man power. Be clear about when your team members are going to be away, and plan accordingly.
Get commitments from your team members regarding their plan for making sure their responsibilities are managed while they are away.
Hold your team accountable! You cant assume that your team members are going to do what they say they will do. Remember: The time leading up to a vacation is a distraction in and of itself there is packing to do, lawns to mow, pets to get to the kennel. Hold your team accountable by following up with them to make sure they have a written plan and review the plan with them BEFORE they leave.
Communicate! Communicate plans with the entire team, once again BEFORE a team member leaves for his/her vacation. This provides an opportunity for questions to be asked and clarification to be made. Hold a meeting to make sure everyone understands what they are responsible for.

Your team members are ultimately responsible for making sure all bases are covered while they are away. However, your not staying on top of the planning for their absence can result in some unhappy surprises for you, your team, and your customers. And you cant afford to be surprised! So, be clear with your team with regard to your expectations for organization and communication in this season of distractions, and enjoy the summer!!

Clay S. Nelson, the founder of Consulting Services Network LLC, and his team are committed to putting fun, family and financial freedom into everyones business and personal lives. With over two decades of experience coaching business leaders in creating life balance, building teams, and writing plans, their programs are designed to alter the cultures of companies and families. They make a powerful and lasting difference with each person they meet, every group they speak with, and with every client they serve.