Hints & Tips: I love my manager
“Employees don’t quit their companies: they quit their bosses”
This short paper by Woodreed, considers the role of the manager in employee engagement. As it clearly states:
“One of the strongest ways to create an engaged employee – even stronger than remuneration – is through a positive relationship with their line manager”
It goes on to look at the attributes of a good manager and ultimately the importance of treating everyone as an individual. What one person takes as a positive experience may not be the same as how a colleague would interpret it. There are some key actions a manager can take to create a positive relationship with their employees which include remembering:
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small things matter
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keep talking
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get to know the team
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listen
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make time for them
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have fun – laugh with the team!
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actively support employees in their development
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empower employees
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provide the right tools
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be flexible
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keep promises
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use the company’s brand values
The paper concludes by considering what ‘getting it right’ looks like and what’s in it for the manager and the business.
