what kind of leadership ability do you want your employer to have..?
By raynejasper
@raynejasper (2322)
Philippines
July 2, 2008 2:40am CST
.. I am currently employed and it seems that I am looking for some characteristics that I would like my superior to possess or develop.. There are instances where we/I need some support from her for activities related to our jobs being handled.. However, most often than not, she throws back our questions to us and she seems not to bother whatever decisions we/I will have.. Sometimes, I think my superior isn't interested at all for any innovations/suggestions we would like to give/have.. During meetings, our opinions are taken but during implementation, the things agreed are not the ones implemented... Instead, it is still her decision that is followed.. So, what is the purpose of having meetings anyway if this is the case right..? any opinion..?
3 responses
@zeroflashx2 (2491)
• Philippines
2 Jul 08
If only there were perfect managers, we just have to accept that there isn't. 
However, what I think I'd want to have is an effective one. One who can really pinpoint each of his/her employees strengths and weaknesses. Manage them well so they could improve both personally and professionally.
Another great trait of a manager is his/her excellent control of emotions. Sometimes, employees do tend to bring up weird ideas depending on the job nature and some do have attitude problems. A good manager should be composed and base decisions on fact and fair play and not based on impulse. Taking control of his team is the utmost priority.
Lastly, you mentioned about meetings. Well, it does happen and not all of our suggestions can be implemented. Your supervisor needs to confer with the rest of the management team especially if it has something to do with operations. They have to study it first. Plus, you should know why they didn't consider some of your suggestions. They should at least inform you of that.
However, what I think I'd want to have is an effective one. One who can really pinpoint each of his/her employees strengths and weaknesses. Manage them well so they could improve both personally and professionally.
Another great trait of a manager is his/her excellent control of emotions. Sometimes, employees do tend to bring up weird ideas depending on the job nature and some do have attitude problems. A good manager should be composed and base decisions on fact and fair play and not based on impulse. Taking control of his team is the utmost priority.
Lastly, you mentioned about meetings. Well, it does happen and not all of our suggestions can be implemented. Your supervisor needs to confer with the rest of the management team especially if it has something to do with operations. They have to study it first. Plus, you should know why they didn't consider some of your suggestions. They should at least inform you of that.@raynejasper (2322)
• Philippines
4 Jul 08
..thanks.. yeah.. the problem maybe is, we don't know why our suggestions were not carried out even though it was a concensus.. what was carried out is the suggestion which we/the group didn't agree.. that's why most of the times, we are disappointed..
@zeroflashx2 (2491)
• Philippines
4 Jul 08
Oh sorry to hear that. That's one of the negative practices of some managers. I learned that the hard way. When a decision has been carried out, especially if it's against what the majority agrees on, the rationale should be made clear to everyone. I wish it would go well with your manager moving forward. Take care and thanks for the best response. 
@alokn99 (5717)
• India
2 Jul 08
Managers or employers should have the right motivation skills. It is portant that they listen to thier people and give the right feed back. If they think a particular suggestion or opinion is not good , they should thank the person for it and give them the feedback as to why they think it is wrong.
@candy_benj (32)
• Philippines
2 Jul 08
i think more than leadership an employer should have a heart for their employees...
