Professionalism and Freedom
Posted on December 03, 2023 by Rajesh Raghavan, One of Thousands of Family Coaches on Noomii.
When your team member says he will work from a different location , what do you do? Do you compromise or enforce discipline .Read on
Unleash Your Potential: Master the Art of Persuasion in the Workplace
Are you tired of seeing talented individuals underperform in your team, all because they have a “preference” for working from a specific location? It’s time to take charge and show them that you’re the leader. Let me share a personal story that illustrates the power of persuasion in the workplace.
A few years ago, I was faced with a challenging situation. I was managing a team in the IT industry, and we had a project that required the entire team to move to a location 40 kilometers away from our main office. Naturally, there was resistance from some team members, but as a manager, I knew it was important to lead by example. However, the real test came when I hired a rookie who, just a month into the job, expressed a preference for working from the main office rather than the project location.
I knew I had to take action. I called the rookie and made it clear that as a manager, I didn’t care for his preference – he was needed at the project location, and that was non-negotiable. The next day, he showed up and apologized, ready to work. Despite his initial reluctance, he went on to excel in his role, eventually becoming a top testing manager and even leading a team abroad.
This experience taught me the importance of giving tough feedback and setting clear expectations. As a manager, it’s our responsibility to guide our team members and help them understand that success often requires flexibility and adaptability. By doing so, we can inspire greatness and create a winning culture where everyone is motivated to achieve their best.
Don’t let your team’s preferences hold you back. Embrace the challenge of managing diverse personalities and watch your organization thrive.
