A student, who's actually older than I, who has often repeatedly made known they have enough experience in the field to learn anything new or useful (I get that once in a while), has been expressing their gratitude for making them rethink how they approach their job. Result!
Apparently I have a reputation for being tough. Maybe I cultivate that image to get students prepared. My faculty certainly helps perpetuate that image. I've had students tell me they were terrified of me, based on what they've heard, until they figured out I was fair but tough. It's not easy to get an A, but if you do, you can be assured you've earned it.
Sometimes there is resistance. Maybe they're testing someone new from their perspective. My analogy is the substitute teacher: what can we get away with? It's important to be consistent. I also like to start tough and then loosen it a little as they understand the expectations. It's certainly easier than the other way round.
The biggest mistake a new supervisor or teacher can make is try to be a friend first. I feel being lenient should be an exception, not an expectation.
So, reader, I am asking for your stories. I'm interested in hearing how you cultivate success in others. Have you had to salvage a situation that has gone out of hand because expectations weren't clear? Have you had to deal with leadership that provides little to no leadership?
As always, please keep it civil and relevant. I promise I will refrain from commenting on your experience, but I might be curious enough to ask questions to better understand your story.
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