The single greatest demotivator of a team is having members who are not carrying their load.
Never lower your standards just to fill a position. You will pay for it later.
Take the time and energy to manage your boss the same way you manage your team.
One of the main things for a leader is to eliminate confusion.
You can help determine your team's enthusiasm for the change by focusing on the entrance of potential while you are working through the exit of the past.
Positively dealing with the unexpected by looking for solutions, not excuses, is the choice you need to make.