How hard is it to from a coworker/team player to a manager?
Posted on May 21st, 2010 by admin
This is not about me but my boss I found out used to be on our team before becoming a supervisor. To me she has always been my boss so no big deal but to the others that must have been really weird. The person you use to chill with and knows when and how you slack off is now in charge of you. Also as a manager the people you supervise know your work habits etc that must be really difficult. Just thinking
Try coming into a team as the new guy and then, after busting your butt for 5 years, being promoted above all the people who you learned the ropes from. Talk about awkward.
I did have the presence of mind to study for an MBA so I understand why managers do what they do. I always used to be confused by the machinations of management – but now I understand the reasons behind the decisions.
One thing I hope I have retained from my team player days is an appreciation of exactly what it takes to get the job done. My staff know I came from their ranks and I understand their job. I also know that it is part of the process to goof off now and then. They work damn hard so I let them get away with the little things. A good manager knows how to give and take.
If you ever become a manager, learn this one fact: Your success is only a reflection of the success of your staff. It is your job to help them succeed and do all you can to make that success as rewarding as possible.
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