Introduction: With a team, only by stabilizing the scene, being ruthless, and seeing the right people, can we succeed!
Someone complained: "It's really not easy to be a manager!" ”
I think the vast majority of managers have also encountered such problems:
The arrangement is clear, but the team's implementation is procrastinating and unsatisfactory.
When it comes to making a decision, I have no bottom in my heart, I am afraid of this and that, and I can't make up my mind.
In fact, these problems are to put it bluntly, and they are all caused by the problem of managers who "can't stabilize the scene, can't be ruthless, and can't see people's hearts".
Next, let's talk about how to lead the team to avoid these three major problems.
Management should be stable
To evaluate whether a manager's ability is strong, we must first see whether his heart is strong enough.
Its core is just one word: stability!
Stability is not only reflected in emotions, but also in strategy and teamwork.
(1) Be emotionally stable
When a manager leads a team, the first task is to maintain emotional stability.
Not panicking and not being surprised is the key to showing your professionalism and making your team feel "reliable".
Frankl, a master of psychology, once said:
You can't control what happens in your life, but you can control your emotions and behavior in the face of these things. ”
For example:As Zeng Guofan said:When the project is in trouble, the client makes difficult requests, and the conflict within the team intensifies.
Managers must not afford to mess with themselves.
You must remain calm and rational and not be swayed by your emotions.
This is the principle that every good manager should adhere to.
It's important to keep in mind that panic and impulsiveness will only complicate the problem and make it even more out of control.
Not being surprised by changes and calmly coping with them is the first way to do things. ”
In many cases, it's not the thing itself that brings trouble, but the state of mind that is in a hurry.
Therefore, no matter when and where, managers must learn to control their emotions and let calmness become their background.
This is how you can make the right decisions at the right moments.
(2) The direction should be stable
When a manager leads a team, the first priority is to ensure the stability of the direction.
This requires you to be able to set clear, long-term, and solid goals for your team.
Make sure your team doesn't get lost and don't waste their resources.
Therefore, managers must think twice before setting the strategic direction to ensure its stability and sustainability.
After all, frequent policy changes are a no-no for teams.
Not only does it confuse subordinates, but it also consumes a lot of time and energy.
However, the real test of a manager's ability is not only the ability to deal with and solve problems, but also howPrevent problems from happening.
This requires managers to have comprehensive control of the work process, a deep understanding of themselves, and a full understanding of the team.
Only in this way can managers develop a sound direction that is both in line with the reality of the moment and can lead the sustainable development of the team.
(3) The team should be stable
One person hits the hammer without sounding, and the two hit the iron with a clang. ”
A stable team is the key to getting results.
Therefore, managers should pay attention to the overall construction of the team, maintain harmony and tacit understanding among members, and avoid internal contradictions and large loss of talents.
For example, when evaluating team stability, we should focus on the following key elements:These are the biggest factors that can potentially affect the stability of the team.1.Does the existing staff fully cover the responsibilities of the team?
2.Is there a specific task or function that no one is capable of?
3.Is the assignment of tasks among members commensurate with their competencies and in line with their long-term development plans?
4.Is the workload of the team members balanced?
5.Does the team have a tendency to leave for a short period of time?
6.If there is a sudden change in personnel, can the work be smoothly handed over?
After all, it takes far more time and resources to develop a new employee than an existing employee today.
The means must be ruthless
Leading a team and being ruthless does not mean being cruel and ruthless.
Rather, managers are required to be decisive and forceful, dare to face and take responsibility when making decisions, implementing and supervising.
(1) Be ruthless in decision-making
Managers must be ruthless when making decisions, be clear about what is most important, and grasp it tightlyDecision points.
When identifying issues and developing strategies, there is a trade-off between persistence and compromise.
Many times, a manager's hesitation stems from uncertainty about the situation, but decisions often need to be made in the midst of imperfect choices.
Therefore, it is important for managers to understand that most decisions are not absolutely right or wrong, but rather a choice between "probably right" and "maybe wrong".
In other words, the vast majority of options are not the most perfect.
Only by discovering problems, improving problems, and making timely adjustments in the process of doing can we make good decisions and achieve good results.
(2) The implementation should be ruthless
In practice, results are an important measure of performance.
Therefore, managers must adhere to:Result-oriented,Pay close attention to execution.
Make sure your team members are able to complete their tasks efficiently and on schedule.
At the same time, managers should also give fair evaluation and timely feedback on the specific performance of their subordinates, motivate outstanding performers, and criticize those who are not helpful.
Rather than blindly treating fairly, only in this way can the overall execution and combat effectiveness of the team be ensured.
(3) Supervision should be ruthless
However, it is not enough to focus on the results and grasp the implementation, but also need to strictly supervise the work process.
This doesn't mean distrust of team members, but rather to make sure you're on track with your plan, identifying and resolving issues in a timely manner.
Therefore, managers can let subordinates take the initiative to report to you through regular reporting and progress tracking.
This not only ensures the smooth progress of the work, but also enhances the sense of responsibility of the subordinates.
At the same time, you can monitor the results and adjust your strategy in time to ensure that the team is always moving in the right direction.
Look at people accurately
The essence of management, in the final analysis, is to employ people.
However, the way of employing people is not simply to assign tasks, the key is how to accurately identify and utilize them.
Excellent managers should be like Bole, who has the wisdom to discover "Maxima" and the wisdom to properly place "ordinary horses".
(1) A person with strong ability and momentum
Managers should be given adequate opportunities and authorization.
These employees often have excellent business skills and innovative thinking, and with a little guidance, they can make a difference in their work.
Therefore, managers may want to be bold and delegate heavy responsibilities to them and let them show their value in practice.
(2) Those who are weak in ability and have the courage to take on challenges
Managers must not be taken lightly, let alone killed with a single shot.
Although these employees lack business skills, their courage and determination are invaluable.
Managers can help them gradually improve their abilities by providing the right amount of training and support, and at the same time give appropriate encouragement and recognition to make them progress and grow.
(3) People with average ability, loyalty and reliability
Managers are advised to accept them as confidants as early as possible.
These employees may not be the best business people, but their loyalty and diligence are an integral part of the team.
Through skillful training and training, they can help them stabilize their abilities, and at the same time give enough trust and support to make them the backbone.
(4) People who are both incompetent and unreliable
Managers must not tolerate adultery.
This type of employee will not only hold the team back, but also have a negative impact on the team atmosphere, so it may be a good choice for both parties to let them go as soon as possible.
Write at the end
Leading a team is not difficult to say, but it is not easy to say simple.
Lead the team to do these three things:Management should be stable, means should be ruthless, and people should be accurate.
To be stable in management is to let the team know where the direction is and where the goal is, and will not panic because of small winds and waves.
The means should be ruthless, that is, at the critical moment, the manager can make quick decisions, dare to face, show responsibility, and lead the team to break through obstacles.
To be accurate is to make good use of your own people to help and achieve results.