Accept the supervision of a group of eight employees that we used to work with each other. Can somebody tell me how to start this new responsibility in a reasonable way to get the office job done perfectly, follow the office regulations completely, and at the same time keep a good and positive relationship with this group. Thanks for any good advice.
2007-09-19 18:46:29 · 10 answers · asked by russel 1 in Social Science ➔ Other - Social Science
First, be yourself. Don't feel you have to act like a CEO in front of your fellow employees.
You will have to exercise supervision, which may mean telling them what to do and how to do it. Don't feel that you have to explain everything--but tell them what they need to do.
When those under you do well, make sure you compliment them and also it's appropriate to mention their good work to your own superiors.
You may find your fellow employees may resent you a little as a supervisor. Don't let that bother you too much. Do a good job, look out for them, and the resentment will go away.
Remember that the people who have to approve of what you do are your superiors, not those you supervise, but also remember you aren't a Roman soldier cracking a whip over a bunch of galley slaves--you are a co-worker with supervisory responsibilities.
This could be your first step toward becoming a CEO. Good luck.
2007-09-19 19:01:42 · answer #1 · answered by Warren D 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just tell them that the last one to get their job done is a rotten egg.
But in all honesty I think if you set a good example by showing a positive attitude and working hard yourself the rest of them will do the same.
Smile and be happy and truly enjoy what you are doing and encourage the others to do the same.
Cheer them on as they excel in what they're doing and give credit where credit is due.
And always begin on a positive note when giving constructive criticism by first letting them know what you like about their job performance the most.
And show appreciation for a job well done and you will see more of them doing their best.
2007-09-20 01:55:50 · answer #2 · answered by Adelaide B 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everyone has some good advice. But the reality of your situation is that you are now the enemy. You are management. You are not friends with your subordinates. Treat people fairly and equally and the best people will stay with you while the brown nosers will move on. Do not do this and you will be the one who fired.
You must think of this as a test you are given by your boss to see if you have the right stuff to move up in the company. Do you want to move up? Or do you want to be a worker bee the rest of your working life? This is your choice. It is up to you to decide.
2007-09-20 02:07:39 · answer #3 · answered by Dr. Wu 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Explain what and how you want done.
State that you will be there to help.
You are not their friend. YOu will be of great service to them by helping them to do their jobs correctly. They can help you by performing to the best of their ability.
Be sparce in praise and sparcer in criticism. If it is something you can overlook, do so. Do not get involved in petty rules, do assign someone to take care of the little things.
Keep your professional distance and never let them know you are concerned about what they think of you or your style. They aren't there to puff up y0ur ego. You may, however, ask them as a group how they think all is going. Ask for feedback. Never criticise an employee in front of the others. Never show favortism. Good luck.
2007-09-20 02:07:56 · answer #4 · answered by wpepper 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you don't know the answer to any of this then why did you get the job in the first place? Do you not know what your job description is? If so then do what it says and if not then look it up....As for you co workers don't abuse your new found power. Treat them like equals and everything should be fine.
2007-09-20 01:53:04 · answer #5 · answered by theanswerman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no more too many hi
kick for output not shown be sympathetic and cut off from individual relationship .develop group relation by taking advice everyday but decide on your own for the company and tell the group why initially but reduce this slowly and continue group brainstorming
donot hesitate to tick off shirkers
2007-09-20 01:53:18 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have a "CONFAB" with them on the first day to set everything straight and clear the air. Make sure everybody is on the same page, has the same objectives and motivations and knows WHO THE BOSS IS!!!!
EDIT: Don't try to be peoples FRIEND anymore, you are a Supervisor now.......You can't be both except to a point.....
2007-09-20 01:52:39 · answer #7 · answered by Bolles Harbor Alive-New 360 pg 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could you ask your group what they'd expect and would like to see happen in the near future?
If your trying to please them, they might have ideas that might just work. If they see you willing to listen, it may start you off on the right foot.
To be honest, I don't really know as I'm not in this profession.
All the best,
Bradley
2007-09-20 01:51:43 · answer #8 · answered by Bradley 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think I'd start off with..."Whew, thank gawd one of US made boss! That's so much better than if a stranger had been hired for the job, ain't it?"
Maybe that would kinda show'em you're still in their corner!
2007-09-20 01:56:17 · answer #9 · answered by Hi Y'all! 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stab someone on your first day. That way you won't be known as a "*****". Fix it so all phone rights and cigarette trades go through you. Believe me, it'll pay off.
2007-09-20 01:50:10 · answer #10 · answered by The Green Bastard 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋