Great people, but too many managers who add little value
Great people, but too many managers who add little value
Colleagues who are always willing to help and share their expertise. A global network.
There are some great managers, but generally speaking, most first-line managers do not know how to motivate and engage their team members. They just get in the way. There are too many layers of management, and second/third-line managers are bean-counters, Excel spreadsheet junkies who almost never see a client.
Managers: Please think about what value you are adding and how you are helping individuals grow in your team. Learn to look after your team.
MDs/ VPs/ Directors/ GBS Partners: Please lower your egos. It's only a job, and you are not above everyone else. Treat your team with respect. You are successful because of the teams and individuals you manage, and not the other way around.
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