Introduction: The essence of management lies in the three-dimensional integration: self-discipline to stand, lead people to cohesion, manage things to prosper, and achieve excellence.
Imagine you're an acrobat and you're playing with three balls in the air at once:
One is the self, the other is the team, and the other is the business.
In fact, these three balls are the "three-dimensional" of managers: managing themselves, managing affairs and leading others.
It must be clearly stated here that management is not about managing others, but about yourself; Only if you manage yourself well, others will follow suit.
Because no one wants to be controlled by others, but is willing to accept the leadership of others, which is called the so-called leading people.
For example, you can lead a horse to drink water, but you can't control the horse to drink water.
Self-management, leading others and grasping business, these three dimensionsInterconnected and mutually influential, together constitute the whole picture of management.
Below, let's dig deeper into the specific connotations and practical methods of these three dimensions.
Self-management:
From "chaotic beginning" to "orderly".
As a manager, the organization is like a stage.
On this stage, you'll need to put on a disciplined costume, play multiple roles, and be at your best at all times.
BecauseManaging yourself well is the beginning of all management.
A person who cannot manage himself well cannot lead others and cannot achieve a career.
1.Put on a "self-discipline costume".
As a manager, self-discipline is very important so that you can better control your time and energy and avoid getting bogged down by trivial things.
Remember, self-discipline is not a constraint, but a prerequisite for freedom.
Self-discipline is the cornerstone of managing oneself and leading others.
Imagine waking up on time every morning, making a clear work plan, and sticking to it.
You allocate your time and energy wisely and avoid getting bogged down by trivial things.
This is the power of self-discipline, which gives you more freedom to control your life and work, and at the same time, allows others to follow the rules.
2.Perform "multiple roles".
As a manager, you need to play different roles in different situations.
In front of employees, you are a leader and need to show confidence and decisiveness;
In front of the boss, you are the executor, and you need to show loyalty and execution;
In front of the customer, you are the service provider and need to show professionalism and patience.
Therefore, you have to learn to flexibly switch roles on the stage of the organization to stay at your best.
3.Armed with "emotional armor".
Managing emotions is an important part of self-management.
As a manager, you need to be calm and determined at all times to be at your best no matter what challenges come your way.
Managing oneself and controlling one's emotions is a big deal.
Imagine that you are a knight in armor who remains calm and determined no matter what challenges come your way.
When stress hits, take a deep breath, count the sheep, or do an impromptu dance to let the mood drift away.
As the saying goes, emotional intelligence is more important to managers than IQ.
A lot of times, it's about dealing with the mood first, and then the matter. If you can't manage your emotions, you can't lead others and you can't take control of your business.
Of course, managing oneself is far more than that, and it should be emphasized here that management is not about managing others, but about managing oneself;
Others, can only use the way of leadership, that is, the next thing to say is to lead people.
Bring people:
From "Soloist" to "Symphony Orchestra".
Leading others is a "symphony" of trust and collaboration, you need to build a stage of trust and lead team members to play the collaborative music together.
At the same time, a good leader is not about commanding a team, but about stimulating their enthusiasm.
1.Build a "stage of trust".
Leading others starts with building trust. Imagine you're building a stage, and the cornerstone of that stage is trust.
Make your team members feel genuine and reliable through fair, transparent, and consistent behavior.
In this way, they will be willing to follow your conductor and play beautiful music together.
2.Ignite the "fire of inspiration".
Motivation is an important means of leading others.
Find the "motivating points" of your team members and ignite their passion.
This can be a simple compliment, an affirmative look, or a challenging task.
By making team members feel valued and accomplished, they will naturally radiate greater energy and creativity.
3.Play the "Collaborative Movement".
Leading others is not only about commanding and motivating, but more importantly about learning to collaborate.
A good conductor will not only pay attention to his own conducting, but will always pay attention to the cooperation with the musicians.
In the same way, as a leader, you have to learn to listen to your employees and work collaboratively with them.
When a conflict is discovered, step in and understand the ins and outs of the matter.
Then guide both parties to empathize and understand each other's positions and needs.
Then come up with a constructive solution that is acceptable to both parties.
Finally, do not forget to follow up on the situation to ensure that the conflict is completely resolved.
4.Create a "spiral ladder for growth".
As a leader, it's important to focus not only on the current performance of your team members, but also on their future development.
Provide them with training and development opportunities to help them continuously improve their skills and capabilities.
This way, your team will be like a spiral ladder that keeps rising, where everyone can find their place and space to grow.
Steward:
From "going with the flow" to "riding the waves".
Whether it is managing oneself or leading others, the important purpose is to create greater performance.
Then, managing things requires you to have keen market insight and efficient strategy execution ability.
You'll need to bring a "market telescope" to gain insight into market changes and draw a "strategy map" to guide your business.
1.Bring a "working telescope".
To manage things, we must first understand the market.
Bring your "working telescope" with you to gain insight into how things are changing.
This includes paying attention to industry dynamics, competitors, and changes in customer needs.
In this way, you can accurately grasp the pulse of the market and point the way for your business to develop.
2.Draw a "strategy map".
Based on market insights, the next step is to draw a "strategy map".
Define business goals, develop specific action plans, and allocate resources appropriately.
At the same time, consider the possible risks and coping strategies.
In this way, your business can move forward in a complex and dynamic business environment.
3.Harness the "Carriage of Change".
The only constant in the business world is change.
As a manager in charge of the business, you need to learn to navigate the "chariot of change".
When the market changes, quickly adjust strategies, optimize processes, and even change the entire business model.
In this way, your business can remain consistently competitive and innovative.
4.Hold on to the "main line of work".
To control the work is to clarify the main line of work.
It's like an acrobat has to know the essentials of his movements before performing.
Only by clarifying the main line of work can you ensure that the work does not deviate from the direction.
At the same time, time can be spent on important work to maximize value.
5.Respond to the "unexpected".
Work is always full of unknowns and uncertainties.
As a manager, you have to learn to deal with unexpected situations.
It's like an acrobat who suddenly encounters an unexpected situation while performing. Only by staying calm and flexible will you be able to save the day.
Of course, it is a test of the comprehensive ability of managers, including business ability, adaptability and decision-making ability.
Write at the end
Management seems to be two simple words, but it contains endless wisdom and challenges.
Although it involves all aspects, what we really need to grasp is this "three-dimensional": managing oneself, managing affairs, and leading others.
However, you'll need to be able to switch between multiple roles, from being a self-controlled "conductor" to being the "helmsman" of your team, and a "navigator" of business development.