How to Identify a Good Manager

  • How to Identify a Good Manager

    Brookfield, IL - March 30, 2023

    2023-03 - Career services in Brookfield, Illinois

    Are you struggling to find a good manager whose qualities fit your needs? As an employer, it can be challenging to find good management, and sometimes with all the information out there, it's hard to know what you should be looking for. Luckily there are resources like local recruitment firms, to help you in your search. Let's take a look at four questions that can guide your conversations with potential managers.

    How Would You Delegate Team Tasks? 

    A good manager knows how to appropriately and effectively delegate tasks to their team. They should be able to set achievable deadlines for the work given and avoid micromanaging the process. Use this question to get a better understanding of how they would go about dividing work and how they plan to manage their timelines and due dates.

    What Actions Would You Take to Celebrate Employee Success? 

    It is important for company morale to celebrate employee success whenever possible. Managers are usually in charge of highlighting their staff, and a good manager ensures that their team is getting the credit they deserve for their hard work. There are different ways to celebrate success, and this question will allow you to gain insight into how they acknowledge accomplishments.

    How Would You Describe Yourself as a Leader? 

    Leadership styles can be broken down and categorized into different types by identifying key qualities and actions taken by a person in charge. The corporate world has identified over seven different styles that commonly appear within the workplace, and they are: Autocratic, Authoritative, Pacesetting, Democratic, Coaching, Affiliative, and Laissez-Faire. Take the time to familiarize yourself with each type, identify which one works best for you or your business, and look for managers with those traits.

    What Does Being a Team Player Mean to You? 

    A good manager should be able to balance being a team player and an authoritative figure. Having both qualities allow them to build trust and respect with their team. But being a team player can mean different things to many people. Ask what it means to them and use their response to compare it to your own. Does their definition fit what you are looking for?

    Don't be afraid to ask the questions you need answers to! Whether you are looking to hire a manager or are looking for employment with management that fits your style, these four questions will provide you with a good understanding of how a manager will behave within the workplace. If you find you are struggling to find the qualities you are looking for, utilize your local career services for professional guidance and recommendations.

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