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chicago-temp-staffingIt’s one thing to be the type of manager that you think you should be; it’s another to be the manager that employees will look up to. In a candidate-driven market, it’s important for managers to be mindful of their management style. How employees are treated can determine the productivity and retention rates for the business. A good manager knows how to maintain a strong workforce, through a concerted effort of being an ethical leader.

Do you have what it takes to be the manager your employees want? Here are some tips for being a more effective manager.

You don’t need all the answers.

Just because you are the manager doesn’t mean you have to have all the answers all the time. In fact, it’s okay to let your employees know that you need to seek counsel before you provide any answers. Going this extra step can help you to gain respect from your employees who know that you are trying to be as accurate and truthful as possible. Employees don’t want to hear a wishy-washy answer from their boss. You don’t want to hide behind the “I don’t know” all the time, but in certain occasions, it is the right answer.

Avoid becoming a micromanager.

No one likes a micromanager. Remember, your employees are adults and they do not need to be babysat or handheld. Give all of your employees the benefit of the doubt and allow them to find their own systems for achieving tasks. If someone asks for guidance, provide it. But do not hover over your employees and expect them to be productive or happy. Everyone has their own method to accomplishing goals. If they meet those goals, then leave it alone.

Keep the doors open.

It can be tempting as a manager to lock your office door and try to get some work done. However, this sends the message that you are unavailable to your subordinates. Instead, schedule open office hours so that employees can come and go and ask questions or talk to you about their challenges throughout the week. Schedule regular touchpoints with your employees to maintain open communication at all times.

Bring out the best in your people.

Your job as a manager is not to make yourself look good. It is to make your people shine. Evaluate the skill sets and abilities of your team members and provide them with meaningful tasks where they can be productive and show off their skills. Your job is to bring out the best in your people in order to be productive as a team and to help the company reach its objectives. Never take credit, but instead assign it to other people who deserve it.

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