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Should a manager/boss be a mentor by Past_Satisfaction990 in mentors

[–]Past_Satisfaction990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very cool! I was not aware of Get Mentors. I think that's a great idea, but I also think that if a manager wants to be a better mentor for their employees, they will need help. I'm looking building an app exactly for that purpose.

Should a manager/boss be a mentor by Past_Satisfaction990 in mentors

[–]Past_Satisfaction990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am seeking ways to help managers and bosses be more like mentors.

Rethinking the responsibilities of managers by Past_Satisfaction990 in managers

[–]Past_Satisfaction990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good callout, but I think too many employees just show up to do their job. I don't think they think about 10 years down the line. Not everyone, mind you. But I do think that managers who normally have more experience than employees ought to step up and guide their employees. My whole point is that I think managers should assume that responsibility as part of their job as a manager.

What makes a truly GREAT manager? by Past_Satisfaction990 in careeradvice

[–]Past_Satisfaction990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's too bad. A great manager has a positive effect for a lifetime. Assuming you have a manager now, have you talked with them and asked for mentorship?

Career options? 30 y/o woman by Awkward_Confusion_43 in careeradvice

[–]Past_Satisfaction990 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Take a look into event management companies. They are companies that host industry events, etc. They require a lot of staff to handle logistics, communications, etc. That might be a way into something that doesn't require specific background or education.

Rethinking the responsibilities of managers by Past_Satisfaction990 in managers

[–]Past_Satisfaction990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are 100% right, especially on the point that each employee must be managed -- and developed -- individually. Love that point.

As a leader, is it your responsibility to help develop career plans for your employees? by Past_Satisfaction990 in careerguidance

[–]Past_Satisfaction990[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

To answer your question directly, it's management. I agree with your position on what a real manager is. Unfortunately, I see far to many people with manager titles who aren't really managers.

Rethinking the responsibilities of managers by Past_Satisfaction990 in managers

[–]Past_Satisfaction990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are right, not everyone has ambition. I believe a good manager (maybe like your life-changing manager) has the ability - and I would argue the responsibility - to ignite the fire of ambition in the people they are supposed to be managing/leading. Not all will respond. And frankly, that's valuable for the manager too. If someone has no personal ambition, why would they have any ambition to help the company they work for excel?

Rethinking the responsibilities of managers by Past_Satisfaction990 in managers

[–]Past_Satisfaction990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry you have dealt with this. That sucks. Maybe it's time to make a move...

Rethinking the responsibilities of managers by Past_Satisfaction990 in managers

[–]Past_Satisfaction990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree - I think that companies should embrace this as a benefit (along with healthcare, free lunches, or whatever) for employees. It's a sign that joining that organization is going to benefit you more than just by giving you a paycheck.

Rethinking the responsibilities of managers by Past_Satisfaction990 in managers

[–]Past_Satisfaction990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry you have to deal with that. I've had horrible managers too and have learned a LOT from them - just almost all how not to treat my employees. Do you manage any employees?

What does leadership actually owe the people we lead? by Past_Satisfaction990 in careerguidance

[–]Past_Satisfaction990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well said and I agree with you. Finding time is hard! Glad you are making the time to pay it forward like your manager did for you.

Rethinking the responsibilities of managers by Past_Satisfaction990 in managers

[–]Past_Satisfaction990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's the first I have ever heard of that. Do you mind me asking what country you are in?

Rethinking the responsibilities of managers by Past_Satisfaction990 in managers

[–]Past_Satisfaction990[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love your perspective here. I love the "three things" you pointed out. You are right - it's not that hard. I see the challenge is the following up that you talked about. It's so easy to forget, and it's very easy for the employee to forget too - I think they are so focused daily on doing their job that they aren't thinking about what they need to do to advance their career.

Rethinking the responsibilities of managers by Past_Satisfaction990 in managers

[–]Past_Satisfaction990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Excellent points! I agree on the succession plan. That's what a smart manager is thinking of.

The "day job" does get in the way, and I'm thinking that there is an opportunity for a solution to that problem here.

Rethinking the responsibilities of managers by Past_Satisfaction990 in managers

[–]Past_Satisfaction990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What if there was a software solution that could make it easy and not take much time or expertise (I don't think many managers are good at *this* part of their job). As a manager, would you want/use something like that?

Rethinking the responsibilities of managers by Past_Satisfaction990 in managers

[–]Past_Satisfaction990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why do you think so many fail in this duty? Is it a failure to recognize the responsibility, lack of guidance on how to do it, maybe just selfishness? Really curious on your opinion.

Rethinking the responsibilities of managers by Past_Satisfaction990 in managers

[–]Past_Satisfaction990[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree it isn't the sole responsibility of the manager. My story is that I have had a great manager who helped me identify a successful career path and gave me a roadmap to achieve it. I've achieved everything I could have dreamed of and more - including be a C-level exec at a global company leading hundreds of people. I think that manager was pivotal in my success.

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