Sam Walton, Founder of Walmart Outstanding leaders go out of their way to boost the self-esteem of their personnel. If people believe in themselves, it's amazing what they can accomplish." Even though the giant of Walmart, Sam Walton hasn't been around for twenty-five years, his wise words still ring true. He believed that leaders should inspire their team and encourage them with positive feedback. Praising members of your team for their achievements will motivate them to work harder. Unsure how to go about this? Why not choose a different staff member each week and make a conscious effort to praise them for a recent achievement? It only takes a minute and it can be very effective. You can give them positive feedback on anything from an innovative marketing idea, a strong sales performance to providing exceptional support - the bottom line is that they will appreciate it. Doing this will actively boost their self-esteem and over time, your team morale. When your team believe in themselves and what they're trying to accomplish then they will have higher expectations for the team and the company. 13. What is the difference between manager and leader? Which one is better?