Most of us would like to think that we are great managers. Most of us believe it to our core. But have you checked? Do you actually do the 'litmus' test and find out what people think of you?
Invite typed input, in a secret locked box that your team can put comments into. After one month, take them out, read them, do not get upset, angry or defensive. People will say some nasty things.. but then, look at them objectively. Figure out what is right and what is wrong. Remember that you can't make everyone happy or unhappy... don't try to figure out who they are from but rather evaluate your own methods, strengths and shortcomings. Want to be the manager you think you are? Prove it... prove it to yourself and to your team. A great manager always wants to get better and never holds grudges or looks for people to blame. Are you as good as you think you are? Looking forward to hearing from you... Steve Sapato
