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Angelina
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If you were your own manager for one day, what would you change?
If you were in charge of the department you work in for one day, what would you do differently? Would it be something with the actual work you do, or the place you work in?
Thanks for your time!
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Sam Fugazzotto
Registrar at Teachers College, Columbia University
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New York, New York
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Sam’s Answer
If I could change anything at all, it would be to instill in members of the department the underlying reasons for why we're all doing the work we're doing. It's very easy to forget the purposes for the work that we do in the day-to-day; I think that happens in any industry or line of work.
Great point, thank you!
Angelina
Susan Latsis
Customer Service Supervisor
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Wilmington, North Carolina
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Susan’s Answer
Great question I strongly believe culture is everything if you have a great team culture the numbers will follow. I would continue to build on the strong culture that we already have. I would make sure that everyone's vision is the same so we can grow and develop together as one
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I believe culture is one of the most important things to get right with an organization. I’d spend the day doing some team-building activities.
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Chaimaa Moujahid
Bid manager
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Casablanca, Grand Casablanca, Morocco
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Chaimaa’s Answer
It is more common than not to find managers that are too hierarchy-centered, i.e set extreme boundaries between themselves and their teams. This creates a wedge between these latter, affecting the working environment and hence the firm's productivity levels. A work relationship built on transparency and trust, however, adds to the comfort of both managers and their teams.
That in mind, what I would do if I were a manager for a day is to sit my entire team and have a genuine, hierarchy-less conversation to figure out the general mood of the workplace. Honest questions will bring forward honest answers, which would then lead to honest change in our working environment. A day's worth of complete transparency might then lead to an overall better productivity levels and pleasant workplace.
That in mind, what I would do if I were a manager for a day is to sit my entire team and have a genuine, hierarchy-less conversation to figure out the general mood of the workplace. Honest questions will bring forward honest answers, which would then lead to honest change in our working environment. A day's worth of complete transparency might then lead to an overall better productivity levels and pleasant workplace.
That is an excellent point, thank you so much!
Angelina
I would have an employee appreciation day once a month. I find that appreciation goes along way toward high performance. At the end of the month, as a manager I would recognize top performers to the team and also award them in some way. A few minutes offline time, opportunities for theme to share best practices, or employee spotlights throughout the industry.
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R. Scott Sanders
Vice President, Dell Finance
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Austin, Texas
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R. Scott’s Answer
Listening and acknowledging the effort and importance of what each individual is working on for the Company.
Thank you for answering, Mr. Sanders! I appreciate it.
Angelina
Cindie Horton
Sr. Manager - Data Privacy
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Dallas, Texas
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Cindie’s Answer
Hi Angelina. Today, I am not a direct manager of people. I have been in the past...I think the largest group I've had responsibility for is about 50; the most direct reports about 15 to 20. When I reflect on what I would have done different when I was a direct manager of people, I think the main thing is to plan more when meeting with them one on one and then follow up on the conversations we've had to ensure progress or resolution. People who report to you look to you for direction and/or affirmation of the direction that they are taking and their results. People want to perform and they need to know what is important to you and the business you both represent.
Joanne Mammarelli
Systems Engineer
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Montclair, New Jersey
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Joanne’s Answer
To be honest, I would keep it simple and have an 'early dismissal with pay' for all.
A simple act of kindness to show appreciation for a staff is well worth it.
A simple act of kindness to show appreciation for a staff is well worth it.
Thank you!
Angelina
Dear Angelina,
I would like to reward failures. The social stigma around failures puts unnecessary pressure on one and all. I would like to set the mission statement as "Do your best and don't worry about the outcomes". Essentially, don't be too obsessed about the end goal. It is how you approach it is what matters.
Good luck.
Ashwath
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Chirayu Rupani
Data Analyst
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Frisco, Texas
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Chirayu’s Answer
If in charge, one might focus on improving workplace morale, productivity, and efficiency by implementing strategies such as:
-Encouraging open communication and collaboration
-Implementing flexible work arrangements
-Recognizing and rewarding employee contributions
-Providing training and development opportunities
-Improving office infrastructure and technology.
-Encouraging open communication and collaboration
-Implementing flexible work arrangements
-Recognizing and rewarding employee contributions
-Providing training and development opportunities
-Improving office infrastructure and technology.
Carole Curtis
Career Couselor/ Certified Career Coachself employed
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Rancho Palos Verdes, California
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Carole’s Answer
I have experienced this in one of my jobs as manager. I was asked to move into a different department because of my background in Career Counseling. It was quite a different experience, but I was able to contribute some of my ideas to make it a little better working environment. These are some of the things that I did :
1. I had interviews with the people that were under my management and got to know what skills they had and what experience and interests they have within this company. I interviewed them individually and got a wealth of information from each person and used many ideas to help the center run more smoothly. Some of the employees got to actually work at what they really liked to do.
2. The second idea that I had was to put readable signs in places that they could be seen by the visitors that entered the Career Center.
3. I made an introduction paper that each visitor got when they entered the center knew about all the options that we offer and who they should see or make an appointment with.
4. The one thing that was hard for me to do was to let someone go because they were not doing what they were supposed to be doing. In this instance it was the fact that this employee was always late for work and the excuses were wide spread. This person had trouble with being on time and was written up several times for this. This employee was soon gone from the company.
5. When the receptionist was gone to lunch or otherwise, we had our staff take turns to help with the front desk because someone had to answer questions. So we all had a workshop to teach everyone in the company how to run the front desk when the receptionist is away from the desk.
Some of what I changed was actual work related and other ideas that I had were to use the personalities that were present at work and try and put each person in a situation that they could use their interests and feel like they are contributing to the flow of the office and the betterment of the people that they are talking to.
I hope this gives you some answer for you to think when managing people in the workplace. Sometimes you can find information about management within a class situation, or a business management book, or using some experiences that you have had and that were favorable to you. Managing people is not an easy job, so the more you know about the people you are managing the better able you are to help them and the company run well.
1. I had interviews with the people that were under my management and got to know what skills they had and what experience and interests they have within this company. I interviewed them individually and got a wealth of information from each person and used many ideas to help the center run more smoothly. Some of the employees got to actually work at what they really liked to do.
2. The second idea that I had was to put readable signs in places that they could be seen by the visitors that entered the Career Center.
3. I made an introduction paper that each visitor got when they entered the center knew about all the options that we offer and who they should see or make an appointment with.
4. The one thing that was hard for me to do was to let someone go because they were not doing what they were supposed to be doing. In this instance it was the fact that this employee was always late for work and the excuses were wide spread. This person had trouble with being on time and was written up several times for this. This employee was soon gone from the company.
5. When the receptionist was gone to lunch or otherwise, we had our staff take turns to help with the front desk because someone had to answer questions. So we all had a workshop to teach everyone in the company how to run the front desk when the receptionist is away from the desk.
Some of what I changed was actual work related and other ideas that I had were to use the personalities that were present at work and try and put each person in a situation that they could use their interests and feel like they are contributing to the flow of the office and the betterment of the people that they are talking to.
I hope this gives you some answer for you to think when managing people in the workplace. Sometimes you can find information about management within a class situation, or a business management book, or using some experiences that you have had and that were favorable to you. Managing people is not an easy job, so the more you know about the people you are managing the better able you are to help them and the company run well.
Thank you so much for your answer! It seems you really improved your workplace.
Thanks again!
Angelina
Kim Igleheart
Career Counselor | Police Officer
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San Antonio, Texas
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Kim’s Answer
I too work at a career center. We currently have a goal of getting clients back to work within ten weeks, but the focus is on giving them job referrals, with little help in making them "job-ready." I would implement a process that shifts the focus away from how many job referrals we give to our clients. Instead, I would have a "gate-keeper" tasked with reviewing each resume, and making sure it is a GOOD resume, rather than just "acceptable," before case managers could give job referrals to the client.
Great question!
Great question!
That is good advice, thank you so much!
Angelina
Lisanne Kedde
Bid manager at Dell EMC
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Eu, Normandy, France
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Lisanne’s Answer
Nice question.
I wouldn't change that much. I really like the department where I am working. We have lots of flexibility, for instance: it doesn't matter how or where you do your job, most important is that you do you job when people expect you to do something.
But since I am a manager for only one day, I will treat on cake or so :)
I wouldn't change that much. I really like the department where I am working. We have lots of flexibility, for instance: it doesn't matter how or where you do your job, most important is that you do you job when people expect you to do something.
But since I am a manager for only one day, I will treat on cake or so :)
Cake is always good! :)
Thanks for your answer!
Angelina
Micaela Musante
Senior Program Manager
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Redwood City, California
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Micaela’s Answer
In my experience, a good manager leads by example. He/She should be willing to do any job expected of their staff or work alongside of them when needed. Also, and effective manager empowers the team to do their jobs by setting expectations and trusting the team to meet and hopefully exceed those expectations while being there for guidance and support when needed.
Maria Palmer
District Sales Manager
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Champaign, Illinois
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Maria’s Answer
Managing people can be challenging and rewarding, it's important to remember that people desire open communication built on trust, they need to know you have their back and they can come and speak to you about anything on their mind without fear. It's equally as important to set goals, hold folks accountable, praise them for their hard work and bring with you the human factor. Meaning people will work harder for you if you build trust, hold them accountable, and listen to their needs. Regardless of what company you work for, building a cohesive team, built on trust, accountability, expectations and genuinely caring about them, will always bring on a high performance team!
CAROLYN COOPER
Senior Manager - Project Management
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New York, New York
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CAROLYN’s Answer
If I was in charge of my current department I would place more emphasis on connecting with the team on a more personal level. We are approaching the second year of working virtually from home. So those of us who are Managers have had to learn new ways of presenting information and meeting with our teams via Zoom and other virtual meeting platforms. In the absence of seeing each other and being in the same space physically we work to find common areas and new ways of connecting with team members. Icebreakers, stretching exercises, music and TED talks provide great ways of connecting before most team meetings.
Kristin McLeod
Digital Product Manager
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Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
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Kristin’s Answer
This is no longer the case for me, however in one of my older roles, there was a lack of recognition and knowledge of my job by the person I reported to. Other leaders provided recognition to my team but it was often discouraging that the person we reported to didn't see it.
That being said I would change the ways staff are recognized, so that my staff feel value and know that I value the hard work that they do every day. I would also take the time to ensure I know what they are working on and offer any assistance if needed, but leave them to it if they don't need assistance. I would also ensure that there are regular touch points with my staff so they feel like they can be open with me about how they are feeling and they also now where I stand. Being as transparent as you can with your staff helps to built trust within your team.
That being said I would change the ways staff are recognized, so that my staff feel value and know that I value the hard work that they do every day. I would also take the time to ensure I know what they are working on and offer any assistance if needed, but leave them to it if they don't need assistance. I would also ensure that there are regular touch points with my staff so they feel like they can be open with me about how they are feeling and they also now where I stand. Being as transparent as you can with your staff helps to built trust within your team.
Darshan Gujjar
Software Engineer
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Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Darshan’s Answer
Changes are constant. We need to understand the need of the hour, listen to the team and take decisions for the benefit of the team and company. It should be Win-Win situation for both employee and employer
Padmapriya Vijayabhaskaran
First Line Manager
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Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Padmapriya’s Answer
I believe in leading by example. When we are manager's, people look at us, so we have to set an example for them.
Be creative, innovative, flexible and things fall in place.
Be creative, innovative, flexible and things fall in place.
Jonathan Marban
Solutions Manager
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Waukegan, Illinois
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Jonathan’s Answer
If I were in charge for a day the biggest thing I would change is to ensure everyone is on the same page. Communication is key in everything that we do as leaders. It allows for us to ensure that we have prepared our team properly to achieve the goal we have set for the day. It also gives us the opportunity to make our team feel like they aren’t being left in the dark about what is going on. Everyone being on the same page allows for the goal to be achieved quicker without any issues.
Try to setup team meetings so no one misses out on your message
Make everyone feel included
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KRISTY GOODWIN
Team Leader | Project & Process Management | Supporting Large Business & Government Entities
10
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Cincinnati, Ohio
Updated
KRISTY’s Answer
Honestly, I do not believe real changes happen overnight and actually stick. Most people do not like change. In the workplace, most employees actually resist change. Therefore, it takes much time to work through the root cause of the problem, buy-in from employees and stakeholders, a team of experts to determine a solution, testing to ensure there are no negative impacts to business before you implement the changes, and monitoring the solution to confirm that you achieved the goals desired. One day is not realistic enough for the long term solutions needed in a successful business.
David Grate
Tech Expert
2
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Hilliard, Ohio
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David’s Answer
I have been a manager for a fast food company, and so have learned some great ways to help the day go by smoothly. To relate it to my current profession, I would visualize before my shift started, what I wanted to accomplish for the day, and then plan how I would do that. Once in the office, set the plan in motion, and be sure to include everyone. I would throw in some "trivia games" to keep the day light, and be sure to praise the team throughout the day for the great job they are doing. When the day is over, log the successes and opportunities, so that the rest of the week, month, year, can go smoothly.
Peregrin Gilman
Product Owner
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Reston, Virginia
Updated
Peregrin’s Answer
Angelina,
Over the course of my career, I have been an individual contributor and project manager, had direct manager responsibilities, been a director with about 70 IT professionals working for me or my managers around the globe. As an individual contributor, I always valued having a true sense of empowerment. It is one thing to have management say you are empowered to make decisions, take chances, and the inevitable mistakes that come with that, but it is another thing entirely to actually make that happen and express to people on your team what empowerment looks like and what it means. That said, as a manager and director, I attempted to do that, giving clear guidance and encouragement to team members who wanted to try something. I would teach them how to make their case, give them opportunities to do so, and in some cases, identify areas where if they failed, the learning from the failure would greatly outweigh any negatives of the failure. It is a great feeling when you can get that level of trust built up and it is great for team performance.
Hope this was helpful. Best of luck.
Over the course of my career, I have been an individual contributor and project manager, had direct manager responsibilities, been a director with about 70 IT professionals working for me or my managers around the globe. As an individual contributor, I always valued having a true sense of empowerment. It is one thing to have management say you are empowered to make decisions, take chances, and the inevitable mistakes that come with that, but it is another thing entirely to actually make that happen and express to people on your team what empowerment looks like and what it means. That said, as a manager and director, I attempted to do that, giving clear guidance and encouragement to team members who wanted to try something. I would teach them how to make their case, give them opportunities to do so, and in some cases, identify areas where if they failed, the learning from the failure would greatly outweigh any negatives of the failure. It is a great feeling when you can get that level of trust built up and it is great for team performance.
Hope this was helpful. Best of luck.
Gail Peter Wong
Bridging IoT device insights to help business software platforms assess and take action
4
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Dallas, Texas
Updated
Gail Peter’s Answer
Lead by example and be caring to your team. We all have goals and projects to complete, but taking that extra 10 minutes to be human means a lot to morale.
Dan Leary
Field Manager Supply Chain
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Dix Hills, New York
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Dan’s Answer
I would ask myself to set time and days for one on one opportunities without interruption twice a month. Typically leaders spend too much of their time with bottom and top performers which leaves the majority of the team on their own.
Preeti Jose Nampeli
Human Resource Consultant, Cisco Systems
5
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San Jose, California
Updated
Preeti Jose’s Answer
A great Question! I actually love the team I am part of at Cisco and we have a great leadership. But if I was made the manager/leader I would ensure everyone in my organization is mapped to a role/function where they can play to their Strengths every day at work, what energizes them at work. It may mean to move people from one function to another but at least that way everyone would love to do what they do and find what strengthens them and what they look forward to.
Dee Lyon
Lead Supervisor
22
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Hilliard, Ohio
Updated
Dee’s Answer
If I were a manager I would find the red tape stuff that ties up productivity and get rid of those red tape items. So many issues impact productivity and just seem silly at times. I would take time to identify them and get in contact with those that control the issues and find a way to resolve or eliminate.
Bindhu John
Senior Technical Program Manager
8
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Weymouth, Massachusetts
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Bindhu’s Answer
Great question !! We should lead by examples so that you could motivate others/yourself to move forward. We should be open in conducting self assessment on a daily basis on what we did, what we could have done better, what could be avoided/rectified etc. Be transparent, honest, polite, share your knowledge, learn from others, ready to take ownership, have patience and have an open mind to take criticisms,
Nicole Kindel
Business Development
2
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Guadalajara
Updated
Nicole’s Answer
Standardise procedures, introduce templates, bring clarity into roles and responsibilities. Finally, communicate this to all employees, colleges and stakeholders.
Mary Ellen Buchheit, M.Ed.
Learning and Development Strategist
2
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Apex, North Carolina
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Mary Ellen’s Answer
Some of the best business discussions that I have had with my team mates are held outside of the office. A different environment can help to break down walls and allow the conversation to be more free flowing. A coffee shop or even a walk in a park can also help you to shift your perspective on things. If I were my own manager for the day, I would encourage my team to meet together outside of the office and connect, discuss and respectively debate those things that our top of mind and also those things that need to be addressed.
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Carey Mullen
Sr. Analyst - Retail Operations
8
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Sandwich, Massachusetts
Updated
Carey’s Answer
I really like the team I work on so I would not change much. I would work on streamlining communications from one team to the next. For example information coming from headquarters, to my team then out to the front lines.
Mechelle Hillman
Telecom
4
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Lewisville, Texas
Updated
Mechelle’s Answer
Hi Angelina,
Honestly I wouldn't change a thing. I truly have the one of the best managers I have ever worked with. We started as co-workers, and over time he was promoted to take over the leadership role over our team. I say team, but we are more like a family. He empowers, encourages, and supports us in every way. I am proud to be on his team. The only thing that I would do is make more managers like him! :-)
Honestly I wouldn't change a thing. I truly have the one of the best managers I have ever worked with. We started as co-workers, and over time he was promoted to take over the leadership role over our team. I say team, but we are more like a family. He empowers, encourages, and supports us in every way. I am proud to be on his team. The only thing that I would do is make more managers like him! :-)
Alyson Jones
Operations
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Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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Alyson’s Answer
If I were a manager of a department I would ensure we have clarity in all roles and expectations - often times we can get stuck in a mentality of 'that is not my job' or 'someone else will take care of it'. Clearly defined roles and expectations help everyone set goals.
Kennimarie Bell
4
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Updated
Kennimarie’s Answer
If I were my own manager I would allow my subordinates to submit and work through suggestions to improve work functions they complete. I have found that the best people to streamline and improve the work are the people actually completing the task. Often in business there is a breakdown because changes are made without considering the people that do the work.
Bill Leonard
Technical Consultant/Exec Deal Lead
9
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St. Louis, MO
Updated
Bill’s Answer
For me, it would be about doing something for the people I'm managing. Whether personally or professionally I would use that day to talk with them learn about what they think is good/bad about their current job & see if there's anything in their personal life that they believe is impacting their job (for the better or for worse). Essentially show them you care & see what I could do from a management position to better understand what's going on in their lives to help them better perform their job which would ultimately help the collective group run better.
TV Narayan
Technical Consulting Engineer
4
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Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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TV’s Answer
Let me first start by saying that a Managerial role is pretty hectic, in the sense, it involves having a wide plethora of skills like people-management, time-management, budgeting experience, foresight etc.
If ever I become a manager for a day, I would ensure that there is a cohesion within the team, because the company's and my success lies in theirs. Also, I would reach out to them personally to know their challenges and grievances if any and start working towards fixing that.
Sam Hsu
SR SPECIALIST-TECHNICAL PROCESS/QUALITY
13
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Mesa, Arizona
Updated
Sam’s Answer
Implement and promote telecommuting and/or consolidated work week. We currently do not offer either and I believe this would help not only the employees, but benefit company and most of all the environment.
Ruben Galvez
4
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Updated
Ruben’s Answer
Hi Angelina,
If I was my own manager for a day, I would take my entire team for a fun day at the beach, a picnic at the park or a fun fill day at a winery. The reason is that most of the time we get so involved in our work that we forget to have a little bit of fun as a team. Everyone has issues and personal problems in their lives and if I can give them just one day of stress free and lots of fun, I am sure it would go along way.
If I was my own manager for a day, I would take my entire team for a fun day at the beach, a picnic at the park or a fun fill day at a winery. The reason is that most of the time we get so involved in our work that we forget to have a little bit of fun as a team. Everyone has issues and personal problems in their lives and if I can give them just one day of stress free and lots of fun, I am sure it would go along way.
John Mccollor
Sr. Mgr - B2C Ops Dir / Admin VZT (Operations Revenue and Accounting Assurance)
1
Answer
Hilliard, Ohio
Updated
John’s Answer
make time for a one on one... talk about feelings; and then remind myself to act as my own manager in my career and in my life.
Randee Womack
Sales/ Indirect account manager
5
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Appomattox, Virginia
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Randee’s Answer
I would ensure my department or team that I manage always take 30 minutes out of the day to do some type of exercise as a group whatever the team would like to do and make it fun and competitive. I think its extremely important for the team to be engaged with one another and have a healthy team bond and be able to get to know each other and always boost team morale. Exercise alwayscan do that and helps with mental wellness and productivity.
Tiffany Brettmann
Operations Analyst
8
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Omaha, Nebraska
Updated
Tiffany’s Answer
One of the biggest motivators is being shown appreciation. I would ensure my team knows I appreciate them by calling out the things they are doing well and when tasks are done in a timely manner. A pat on the back goes a long way and showing that to your employee and the team is good for morale.
Emmanuel Scott
1
Answer
Columbus, Ohio
Updated
Emmanuel’s Answer
I work in a pretty great work environment and the morale is very high. That being said, if I could change one thing I would say more time to get to know my teammates outside of work. It can be bowling or having a kickball game whether you come to play or cheer, or even a simple lunch outing. Anything that will allow and encourage natural and spontaneous conversation. Team bonding is important and has been proven to ultimately boost numbers and overall results across multiple fields.
Rosalinda Garcia
CAD Tech Specialist
5
Answers
Updated
Rosalinda’s Answer
If I was manager for myself, I would allow collaboration with outside area to help maintain information accurate and available to everyone within the departments. Also making it easier to allocate work or assistance.
Sammy Yang
Executive Vice President at DFW Asian-American Citizens Council
19
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Dallas, Texas
Updated
Sammy’s Answer
The main thing is to change myself before changing others. I will make sure that everyday I go to work with a very humble and positive attitude, being a good listener, and open minded. Always encouraging others instead of criticizing. That way, it will position myself as one of the best team players, and loved by others.
Barbara R
Sales Support
4
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Waukesha, Wisconsin
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Barbara’s Answer
I would proactively engage the 'worker bees' for their candidate feedback on our processes. Giving those a voice that are actually doing the work daily, asking them what they love, what they don't and what they would like changed. Also giving them a platform to voice any ideas they have on how to change things to make us more efficient, more productive yet more happy in organization.
Rachel Brienzo
Senior Event Planner
3
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Chicago, Illinois
Updated
Rachel’s Answer
I would help recognize my team to promote positivity and energy. Sometimes we are so rundown and it's hard to stay motivated when working long hours. So taking a step back, and realizing all the tasks and projects we have accomplished and be PROUD of what we have accomplished!
Deborah Morton, MSLD
Sales Trainer
5
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Dayton, Ohio
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Deborah’s Answer
I would bring everyone together (in a virtual setting) to find out what is they think is missing that is holding us back from being the most amazing we can be.
Harshita Bhardwaj
Networking Consultant Engineer
9
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Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Harshita’s Answer
I would interact with my whole team and understand their challenges, their weak points and their strong points.
I would plan a schedule to put up trainings for them to enhance them on their weak points and help with their challenges and assign them tasks to help other team members from their strong points.
I would talk to them about their vision for themselves and for the company. This would help us to understand the importance of what each individual is working on for the Company.
I would plan a schedule to put up trainings for them to enhance them on their weak points and help with their challenges and assign them tasks to help other team members from their strong points.
I would talk to them about their vision for themselves and for the company. This would help us to understand the importance of what each individual is working on for the Company.
Jen Black
Senior Manager
3
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Lebanon, Pennsylvania
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Jen’s Answer
Hello;
I am currently in a leadership position and have served in a supervisory capacity for 20 years in a very dynamic industry. With having only one day in the scenerio, I would focus on getting to know my employees through asking thought-provoking questions about who they are, what functions that they support, how they meet the needs of their customers and where they see their own career progessing. Investing in your employees is one of the most important things you can do and will have the largest impact to your teams overall success. Building these relationships establishes trust - and when it's time to delivery on an objective, they will be there to achieve! Lastly, I would reach out to a few of their customers to get performance feedback regarding areas that they are doing well in - and finish with a personal THANK YOU to each employee.
I am currently in a leadership position and have served in a supervisory capacity for 20 years in a very dynamic industry. With having only one day in the scenerio, I would focus on getting to know my employees through asking thought-provoking questions about who they are, what functions that they support, how they meet the needs of their customers and where they see their own career progessing. Investing in your employees is one of the most important things you can do and will have the largest impact to your teams overall success. Building these relationships establishes trust - and when it's time to delivery on an objective, they will be there to achieve! Lastly, I would reach out to a few of their customers to get performance feedback regarding areas that they are doing well in - and finish with a personal THANK YOU to each employee.
Ryan Timberlake
Solutions Manager
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Rome, Georgia
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Ryan’s Answer
I would work on changing the culture. Showing appreciation for employees and letting them know they are what makes the company we work for great.
That is an excellent point, it is so important to make sure your employees know they are appreciated and wanted.
Thank you for your answer!
Angelina
Shitanshu Sharma
Network Engineer
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Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Shitanshu’s Answer
Instead of Changing things , i would rather ask my team to work differently on there day to day task . as we all work day in and day out for our business requirements and follow certain processes . but following the Same step for certain problems and issue stops innovation and out of box thinking , So i will give freedom to my team to resolve the certain issues which they are facing day in day in there way , because that will lead to out of box thinking . second thing i would like to have an open forum with my team , where they can openly highlight ,thing what they didnt like in me or they want me to improve . so that it will help me to improve myself to certain extent .
Virat Gupta
Network Consulting Engineer
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Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Virat’s Answer
To be honest & practical the changes do not come overnight, consistency & hardworking is the key. Good decisions are taken when you understand & be in the system for a while. That might sound good for a day could have bad consequences for the days ahead.
Considering the situation though would appreciate the employees who have been working really well & might discuss with others on their challenges & support they need to improve. I would try to become approachable for all employees to have their issues discussed without the barrier of an employee-manager relation.
Considering the situation though would appreciate the employees who have been working really well & might discuss with others on their challenges & support they need to improve. I would try to become approachable for all employees to have their issues discussed without the barrier of an employee-manager relation.
Tammy Kirk
Global Business Controls Manager
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Raleigh, North Carolina
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Tammy’s Answer
I would try and do 6 things:
1. Communicate - I would be engaged and involved in day-to-day activites
2. Be Positive - When something goes wrong, I would try and weave in some positivity. Learning from your own mistakes is critical for success.
3. Be Honest - I would do what I said I would do. If I couldn't... go back to #1.
4. Set Goals - I would set clear expectation and provide the tools for success.
5. Show Support - I would encourage career development and keep them engaged in the industry.
6. Reward - I would let employees know their work is appreciated and keep them informed of the positive impacts of their work.
1. Communicate - I would be engaged and involved in day-to-day activites
2. Be Positive - When something goes wrong, I would try and weave in some positivity. Learning from your own mistakes is critical for success.
3. Be Honest - I would do what I said I would do. If I couldn't... go back to #1.
4. Set Goals - I would set clear expectation and provide the tools for success.
5. Show Support - I would encourage career development and keep them engaged in the industry.
6. Reward - I would let employees know their work is appreciated and keep them informed of the positive impacts of their work.
Rosalinda Garcia
CAD Tech Specialist
5
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Rosalinda’s Answer
Provide the possibility to work from home and a shared cloud drive for pertinent information to be share with the group.
Joyal Mendonca
Engineer
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Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Joyal’s Answer
Well i have been fortunate to have great managers till now.
Here are couple of values which i would surely stress:
1) Empathy- Understanding the struggles of your reportees, stepping in their shoes
2) Listening- One needs to realize they are never the smartest person in the room, listening could help learn a lot.
Here are couple of values which i would surely stress:
1) Empathy- Understanding the struggles of your reportees, stepping in their shoes
2) Listening- One needs to realize they are never the smartest person in the room, listening could help learn a lot.
JOSEPH INGRAFFIA
Sr. Manager - Business Finance Operations
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Rolling Meadows, Illinois
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JOSEPH’s Answer
Excellent question. I believe in building a great culture. One way to build great culture is to understand what motivates people. I would make it a mission to sit with all employees to see what motivates them to come to work so that I would know how to coach and develop them moving forward. People are also more likely to work with you when you are personable.
Pamela Rangel
Manager at AT&T
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Atlanta, Georgia
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Pamela’s Answer
Create a supportive and trusting environment for the team. Be open and honest.
Deleaisa Harrell
HBA Tech Expert
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Elgin, South Carolina
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Deleaisa’s Answer
If i were my own manager i would make every day fun and productive at the same time. Everyone would enjoy coming to work.
Hector Munoz
General Manager
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Atlanta, Georgia
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Hector’s Answer
It will be an amazing opportunity to learn more about my team and or my peers. There are many tings that come to mind, however at this time, I will take the opportunity to create an additional space to invite all the team to express two or three ideas that they had been thinking of and or working on that are not already known. This could be work or professionally related or personally related. Whit that, the space will give the opportunity to the whole team to learn something new from each other. Also, It will allow the team to take their minds for a moment away from current pressures and or routines. When given the opportunity, I like to see what can be done to help the people that I work or do life with. Most of the time, people just need and outlet to express themselves or to be listen to; If I can create that outlet I will put it out there for the team.
Read about engagement in the work place
Look for team building activities
Read about communication styles / How to be assertive
Hector recommends the following next steps:
Jo Ann De Leon
Solutions Architect
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Atlanta, Georgia
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Jo Ann’s Answer
If I were my own manager, I would make sure that everyone in my team feels included and valued for what they contribute both to the organization and to the community outside of their work. I would also hire more female software engineers and architects as I know that women in tech bring a unique and powerful perspective in the industry.
Hortense L
Marketing
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New York, New York
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Hortense’s Answer
Empowering a team is critical to success of a business and feeling a sense of belonging. As a manager, I would establish a series of team building sessions to fuel positive energy and open dialogue.
Donna Curran
Customer Care Manager New Customer Experience Team at AT&T
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Missoula, Montana
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Donna’s Answer
Get to know my people for who they are. I would take some time and get out on the floor and mingle with the people who work for me. Shake hands, bump elbows or high five. Ask how they are doing, listen to understand. Later in the day do something kind that they will leave the office with at end of day. Whether it's buying a coffee, cookies or offering an extra break. Or maybe lollipops for the kids they mentioned they had or a bone for their dog. Just to show I was listening. Small gestures of kindness move mountains.
Josiah House
Systems Analyst
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Omaha, Nebraska
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Josiah’s Answer
I would offer quick, direct feedback. Highlight the great things my team does so they know to continue doing them, and then provide quick and short areas of opportunity. The positive feedback makes people feel valuable and the constructive feedback helps motivate them to continue forward in pursuit of future goals.
Jennifer Sakkal
Workforce Palnning & Analysis Supervisor
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Tampa, Florida
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Jennifer’s Answer
I would allow for more work life balance, remote work options.