​HOW TO MOTIVATE YOUR TEAM

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Why is it that so many people and businesses in Yorkshire trust and rely on Sharp Consultancy to support their temporary and interim financial recruitment strategies? Sharp Consultancy is Yorkshire’s largest, most experienced and best-connected independent company committed exclusively to financial recruitment. We’re the true specialists. Unlike so many other firms, financial recruitment is all we do - so we’re probably the most focused and knowledgeable company in the region. And in Yorkshire, no other specialist Temporary and Interim Finance Recruitment team enjoy as many years of combined finance sector experience. Therefore, both our Transactional Temps and Interim Specialists divisions are the most knowledgeable in the region. Karen PitchforthKaren Pitchforth has over two decades of recruitment experience, dedicating more than half of that to Sharp Consultancy and is pivotal to our Interim Specialist division. Dedicated to South Yorkshire businesses, Karen has a vast network of part-qualified, fully qualified, or qualified by experience interim finance specialists in the region.Karen's Company ProfileKaren's LinkedIn ProfileColin MolyneuxColin Molyneux’s career spans almost 25 years and now in his second stint with Sharp Consultancy has been a key component in our Interim Specialist division. His expert focus on sourcing and placing Qualified Interim professionals across West Yorkshire and has a concrete commitment: whether it’s days or hours, he’ll meet your deadlines. Colin's Company ProfileColin's LinkedIn ProfileStuart DouglassStuart Douglass has been an integral part of our Interim Specialist division since 2016, building on a career spanning over 25 years. He focuses exclusively on senior interim roles within West and North Yorkshire and covers Part Qualified, Qualified by Experience and Qualified requirements. His deep understanding of the finance market means he is a trusted advisor to many clients. Stuart's Company ProfileStuart's LinkedIn ProfileDeanna CrosbyDeanna Crosby has established herself as a leading Transactional Temps expert in South Yorkshire. She focuses predominantly on the Barnsley, Doncaster, and Rotherham areas supplying variety of Transactional Temps including, Finance/Accounts Assistants, Credit Controllers, Sales and Purchase Ledger Clerks and Payroll. Dee provides a rapid response to meet her clients’ needs. Deanna's Company Profile Deanna's LinkedIn ProfileLiam O'FlahertyLiam O'Flaherty has over 20 years of finance recruitment experience. Now in his fifth year with us, Liam specialises in Transactional Temp recruitment throughout West Yorkshire. His deep understanding of the local market, combined with his consultative approach, ensures that both clients and candidates receive unparalleled service and support. Liam's Company ProfileLiam's LinkedIn ProfileTom TurnerTom Turner is now in his sixth year in recruitment, and entering his 3rd year with Sharp Consultancy, where he has quickly established himself as the go-to transactional temp specialist in the Sheffield market. Covering all aspects of transactional finance, Tom is the person to find the right fit when it comes to temp Finance Assistants, Accounts Payable Clerks, Accounts Receivable staff and payrollers. With shrewd judgement, he makes precise recommendations.Tom's Company Profile Tom's LinkedIn ProfileSo, with circa 100 years of combined Transactional Temps and Interim Specialist recruitment experience, and more than a third of that within Sharp Consultancy itself, the real question is not why is it that so many people and businesses in Yorkshire trust and rely on Sharp Consultancy to support their temporary and interim financial recruitment strategies? But more why would you choose to go anywhere else? Our aim is to earn your trust by providing a superior experience. To discuss how Sharp Consultancy assist you and your business speak to one of these leading experts in their field on 0113 236 6300 or 0114 261 1700.

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How do you get the best out of your team? Regardless of the number of employees you are responsible for, knowing and understanding what makes each individual work to the best of their abilities whilst ensuring you achieve the goals of the business is a tricky skill for many to master.

Some people are born leaders; they seem to naturally and effortlessly, generate the best results from people and create a working environment that inspires and motivates everyone to push forward to gain the desired outcome. But for many, motivating a team is one of the many management skills that need to be learnt, harnessed and adapted over time.

If you are new to a management position – either through promotion or having joined a new company – knowing how to get the best from your team will be a real challenge, especially when you are finding your feet in an unfamiliar role yourself. It is important to understand which buttons to press at what time, particularly as new team members join and the workforce dynamic switches.

Our tips to get the best out of your team:

Take time to understand the aspirations of each person in the team; where do they see themselves progressing in their career and can you help them visualise how they can achieve their goals with the company?
Help individuals build confidence in their abilities and be clear about what needs to be achieved in order so that they can progress and what role they must play within the team.
Celebrate achievements of both individuals and the overall team; create a positive environment where people enjoy coming to work.
Be sure to share –and bring to life – the vision of the company and illustrate the key milestones and targets on the journey so people can be clear on where their efforts are most needed and can see how they are contributing to the bigger picture.
Involve your team in regular team meetings and updates and recognise the contribution everyone can make - these shouldn’t just be limited to more senior employees. Empower and encourage the development of more junior members of the team through inviting them to suggest ideas or consider ways in which particular problems could be tackled.
Recognise that not everyone will respond to the same methods and adapt your management style accordingly but ensure that your team doesn’t lose sight of the overall goal.
Make sure everyone knows that you appreciate their efforts and that their contribution is important. People respond well to feedback so take time to congratulate your team on a job well done.

Sharp Consultancy specialises in the recruitment of temporary, interim and permanent finance and accountancy professionals. With offices in Leeds and Sheffield our highly experienced team of consultants recruit for positions throughout Yorkshire and beyond. CONTACT US today to find out more.