The benefit of hindsight makes stupid decisions seem obvious. If only you could get an early warning sign for potentially stupid moves. Join the Wily Manager guys this week as they discuss Ten Stupid things that Smart Managers do.
Monday’s Tip: Don’t work too much. If you have a special project, you may end up working ridiculous hours, but if you’re doing it on a regular basis, it’s not sustainable.
Tuesday’s Tip: Take time to think. Managers are paid to do more than execute tasks. You need to schedule time to stop and think about the business.
Wednesday’s Tip: Don’t think everyone should operate at your level. You are where you are for a reason – don’t expect everyone else to operate at your level.
Thursday’s Tip: Listen to people. It takes time and effort to listen to those around you… don’t miss this opportunity to get warning signs that you might be doing something stupid.
Friday’s Tip: Don’t try to appease everyone. The best way to upset everyone is to try to please everyone. Make the right decision, and then manage those constituents that may be disgruntled.