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Generations and perceptions of employees are changing. How that research assures that a manger does fully what she/he needs to do? From Managerial perspective is always good to consider both employee and manager’s point of view. What part of these 42% employees were actually “hidden” deacons in to make an employee to leave by himself? These and more nuances needs to taken into consideration so the data lot be effectively useful. Otherwise the general message is clear and it is existing.
A poor manager can negatively impact their team and the entire organization. Being a manager is not just a promotion; it requires a potent combination of technical and soft skills. An effective manager must be capable of making strategic decisions that drive their team's success.
While naming the right manager is important, I wonder if it’s truly the most crucial decision leaders can make. I’d offer a different perspective to complement this strategy: "The most crucial decision leaders can make is to create an environment that nurtures inner stillness and awareness, helping people transcend the conditioned patterns of the mind and ego." When inner awareness grows, our minds quiet, and we begin to truly listen—to each other and to our inner wisdom. This creates space for deeper connection, collaboration, creativity, trust, engagement, psychological safety, and so much more. What are your thoughts?
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Agree! And perhaps the 2nd most crucial decision is how they will SUPPORT the manager in their role to build high performance teams 👍
And more important still, is how you plan to develop, grow and educate the named leader.
Too often, organizations name people who are adept at the skill as manager. But this criteria alone without requirement for soft skills and leadership skills can be detrimental to team performance, when the manager that is named only has technical skills.
Very impactful statement. Today’s leaders need to be very nimble in their approach with people. Leaders have to adapt otherwise we are swimming up river.
Highly recommend Gallup’s “It’s the Manager” for more details supported by this. It is a great way to understand the data so that you can EMPOWER leaders to know their influence!