Let's admit it: most managers are terrible. The Great Resignation and the rise of remote work means it's time for companies to radically rethink how they pick and evaluate our bosses.
I would wager that the vast majority of you could not articulate what your direct manager does on a day-to-day basis. Academics have tried to answer this question too, and even they have a hard time going beyond generalities. A Harvard study found that. But somehow, the same study also found that 25% of top executives' work is spent on"people and relationships" and 25% more on"functional and business unit reviews.
But as more employees work from home — and turnover due to the Great Resignation remains high — the need for effective management is more acute than ever. What we need is a better class of bosses who can connect with their frontline employees by both participating in the actual work of the business and having concrete, value-add management skills.The sense of entitlement and distance from frontline workers isn't exclusive to top executives. It's also trickled down to managers.
This rotting of the manager class has started to take its toll on frontline employees. A GoodHire survey from February found that
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Spiral Jetty: A barometer for the Great Salt Lake, or a work of art unto itself?As the Great Salt Lake continues to recede, the Spiral Jetty has unintentionally become a clear indicator of the change.
Read more »
5 Great Horror Movies Like The Black Phone | Digital TrendsThese horror movies will keep you thrilled long after you've finished The Black Phone.
Read more »
Warzone new map is great, but these 5 things would make it better | Digital TrendsThe new Warzone Fortune's Keep map is an excellent addition, but these five improvements would make it even better.
Read more »
Great Reset: Germany Pushes ‘Climate Club’ Global Tax Scheme at G7Germany is aiming to found a global “climate club” taxation scheme designed to force countries worldwide to adopt a hardcore green agenda.
Read more »
The Gerber baby wanted to be remembered as a great teacherIn the late 1960s, the rumor spread throughout the school — the beloved English teacher and yearbook advisor was once the baby whose image still covered glass jars of baby food.
Read more »