Becoming a Successful Manager

We know that having the proper employee management software is not the only key to success. Companies need to have managers in place that value the importance of their job and their role as leaders within the organization.

There are a wide range of traits and skills used to describe a good manager, many specific to the industry that they are in. But to become a manager that everyone wants to follow, you must…

1. Be attentive and responsive to your team- Developing mutually respected interpersonal relationships with your employees lets them know that they can trust and rely on you.

2. Communicate effectively in a professional manner- Whether you are speaking at a team meeting, sending an email to an employee, or taking part in a phone conference, your communication should be clear, concise, and to the point with confidence on the topic and respect for the listeners.

3. Create a positive environment- The morale of a team or organization can directly affect employee motivation and quality. Creating a happy, cohesive environment where everyone feels valued and part of the team will promote employees to do a good job and work together.

4. Be able to give a healthy balance of constructive criticism and positive reinforcement- Realizing that no one is perfect and that it is your job to help those that need improvement will allow you to approach criticism in a productive way. Letting your employees know what went wrong and how they can fix it is important to their development. You also want to be sure to recognize them and offer rewards for a job well done. Seeing both sides of the spectrum will make them appreciate the feedback whether it is good or bad.

5. Help employees grow and develop their skills and knowledge- Offering training or educational resources to advance their learning will make them feel valued and increase their expertise for the job.