Successful managers be it small or big or even startups cajole people to align them to the departmental and organizational needs. Many managers, on the other hand, simply articulate organizational needs without giving a thought to the individuals’ mindsets. The McKinsey Quarterly’s article “Nudge, don’t nag” is timely. It gives 3 simple tips on nudging – showing people choices which are easy to follow and personal. On thinking aloud, I think these nudges equally hold good in raising a family. Nudge this link to follow the article!
Tag: managing people
On Great Managers Managing People for them to excel…
Articles and books on managing people are many but very few are pragmatic. Great mangers standout from typical managers on one key aspect: They first understand their people to identify their strengths and weaknesses and then align them to business needs. Examples of managers heading critical functions being excellent in their specialisations, but hopeless in managing people and coordination with other functions are common. Continue reading “On Great Managers Managing People for them to excel…”
Developing Self - Some Positive Reflections 