Consensus & Emberos
Hey Emberos, I've been thinking about how leaders keep a team fired up without pushing them too hard—what’s your take on striking that balance?
You keep the fire blazing by giving them a clear purpose, then step back and let them find their own heat. Set high expectations, but hand them the right tools and trust they can rise to it. Celebrate the small wins, listen when the sparks sputter, and if they’re flickering too hard, pull them back—don’t let the flame turn to smoke. That’s the sweet spot between “I want more” and “I’ve had enough.”
Sounds solid—give the crew a reason to burn, then watch the sparks, and if they start doing fire‑works, remind them that a campfire isn’t a rocket launch. Keeping the flame just enough keeps everyone warm without burning out.
Exactly, you give them a purpose so the fire ignites, then you keep a watchful eye and tweak the flame when it starts to scorch. That’s how you keep the crew warm, not burning out.
Sounds right on track—purpose lights them up, and a gentle tweak keeps the warmth just where it should be.