Principles of Practice Leadership: Open the channels of communication. As the practice leader, you are responsible for keeping team members informed and inspired. Learn to use not only formal channels, like meetings, to do this, but also informal ones. Thank and compliment staff frequently. Give encouragement when challenges arise. And have casual meals with team members, in the office or offsite.

Additional Resource: Watch Dr. Levin’s video, “Interpersonal Communications – Get Along With Everyone,” by clicking here.