When someone's progress stalls despite real effort, look for what changed in their performance pattern, not just "less motivation".

In depression, exit "wait until I feel better" to "do then feel".

Turn a vague wish into an actionable plan in 15 minutes via 4 steps: Wish—Outcome—Obstacle—Plan.

Invite one person weekly for a simple 30-min tea — builds community fabric from zero.

Describe the outcome in 3 sentences, let the employee pick the path.

Design a deliberate celebration after a real achievement, with the same effort you invest in problem-solving meetings — celebration is a leadership skill to practice.