Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.
John F. Kennedy
New supervisors are hesitant yet eager to dive into the job. Without training, mistakes happen. Behaviors indicating the need for supervisory training are shown here. Take a look and based on your observation, identify any that may need to be corrected.
1. Poor Communication
Poor communication skills exhibited when supervisor fails to set clear expectations, give direct feedback, listen actively.
2. Lack Leadership Presence
I’m not gonna lie, leadership ain’t easy. Managers who lack leadership presence are unable to command respect, build relationships, or influence others.
3. Ineffective Delegation
Ineffective at delegating – micromanages employees instead of empowering and trusting
4. Unable to Develop Team
Supervisors are unable to develop team – little coaching or support for the team’s professional growth
5. Poor at Managing Conflict
Poor at managing conflict shown through avoiding difficult conversations. Often, they let issues fester.
6. Fails to Align and Motivate
Failing to align and motivate employees. No vision, inspiration or strategic direction provided.
Recognize any of these behaviors in yourself, co-worker, family member or friend? It’s not a tradition. There is always hope. Training, one on one or group coaching can improve the behaviors those supervising leaders can received.
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