Posts Tagged ‘giving feedback’
Why curiosity can look like mutiny
When an employee is constantly curious and challenging, it might seem like you have mutiny on your hands. You, as the manager, just want the person to move on with the task at hand — the way you intended it to be done. Instead, you are left dealing with endless questions, ongoing suggestions for alternative plans,…
Read MoreRemember to say ‘thank you’ even when an employee is just doing her job
“That’s her job, why should I have to thank her for something she’s already being paid to do?” It’s a common question I hear. Some managers feel that a paycheck is adequate acknowledgment in return for the work that an employee was hired to do. Or that by executing the job requirements is an expectation…
Read MoreHow managers can reduce (or create) dangers in the workplace
In workplaces, employees are always aware of dangers that lurk for them. Things like: Will a manager support a strong decision or opinion that I voice? Will the quality of my work be appreciated and valued? Will I have a job tomorrow? These are not unfounded concerns. Taking a wrong step at the wrong time with…
Read MoreBetter to give than receive? Not when it comes to feedback in the workplace.
Providing feedback is one of those ‘must-do’ activities for effective leaders. Yet we don’t talk about receiving feedback very often, and I believe that is just as important. Over the last few weeks, I’ve been witness to a number of constructive — and unconstructive — exchanges of feedback. Providing feedback is critical, but how it…
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