This podcast really comes from a few conversations I’ve had with clients where because of my comments regarding trying to improve professional relationships at work, and some of the means and techniques that I use to do that; opening yourself up to people, sharing both passions and difficult periods, some of my clients began to believe that I was proposing that as bosses they should practically become emotional therapists at work.

That simply is not the case.

This podcast clarifies my view on the correct demeanour of a boss, be it a managing executive/leader of the company or manager, and how you can arrive at that ideal demeanour.

 

The Issue with Strengths and Weaknesses

* Being Draconian or Harsh

* Feeling of Injustice

* Relationships Do Count

* Being a Friend

* You are not One of the Guys

* Military Separation – Special Forces less so but Extreme Case

* Join the Complaining? Do Not Tolerate It

* Being Emotional

* Inconsistent, Unpredictable

* Boring is Good

* Being Angry or Aggressive

* Shouting = You Lose Respect

* My Dad

 

Personal Perspective

* At Work and Work is Money

* Impossible to Make a Positive Difference if There is No Profit

* Being Right or Doing What Works

* Aim at Being Highly Effective

* Aim at Knowing Your People

* What Makes Them Tick

* Why They Work in the Company

* Their Dreams, Aspirations

* Exchange of Power

* The Work hierarchy

* Communication then Respect then Trust

* With Trust, The Power Exchange Works for Both Parties

 

Manager / Owner’s Perspective

* A Quiet Strength

* Dependable

* Highly Competent but Not Necessarily in the Industry

* Concentration on Work and Productive Use of Time

* Highly Effective

* Relationships

* Activities