Are you a new manager or are you a
seasoned manager? Do you ever think you could do a better job than your boss or
his or her boss? No matter how you describe the level of your managerial
skills, you can always use a refresher.
Here’s a book you’ll want to check out:
Ten Mistakes A Manager Should Avoid by Aditi Chopra. While Aditi’s background
is in technology, her managerial insights are applicable to all industries.
So, if you aspire to be a successful
manager, memorize these mistakes and avoid them at all costs:
[1] Don’t micromanage – delegate,
delegate, delegate.
[2] Don’t allow distrust to fester – do
whatever is necessary to gain the trust of your team.
[3] Don’t focus on your own personal
achievement – if you don’t place the growth and development of your team at the
top of your list, everyone will suffer.
[4] Don’t forget to reward employees –
reward often and with value.
[5] Don’t flee from conflicts – deal with
them with strength and composure.
[6] Don’t shy away from coaching
employees – coaching is a win-win for both the manager and the employees.
[7] Don’t avoid building relationships
with employees, direct reports, peers, supervisors, senior leaders,
administrative assistants, vendors, customers, etc.
[8] Don’t ignore comments from your
direct reports – listen to your employees and convey that you are
genuinely listening.
[9] Don’t let your ego determine your
behavior and how others treat you – an inflated ego may result in lack of
trust, lack of respect, and lack of teamwork.
[10] Lack of being self-aware – be aware
of your own feelings and emotional responses, be aware of your strengths and
weaknesses, but most of all, be aware that you are not perfect.
If you avoid these managerial mistakes,
you will be a better manager. You will be respected, trusted, and surrounded by
team members who give 110% for you. In the words of Aditi Chopra, “Managing
people is not just a career, it’s a rewarding career.”
Connect on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/atchopra
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Image Credit: Thanks to Ted Goff for use of his
cartoon with this post. Check out his work at http://www.tedgoff.com.
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