How to Be a Great Boss
People either love or hate their bosses. Learn how to be the best boss you can be.
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Get ahead in your career by learning the important business skills in this Howcast video series.
You Will Need
- Leadership skills
- Listening skills
- Communication skills
- Clear expectations
- Weekly meetings
- Humility
- Management classes (optional)
- `A party (optional)
Steps
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Step 1
Lead by example
Lead the team by example. Exhibit a positive and encouraging attitude.
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Step 2
Teach employees
Teach employees the importance of the customer. The customer funds the paychecks, so train employees to get and keep the customer.
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Step 3
Communicate
Communicate with your employees and ask for their opinions and suggestions. Give them updates about the company’s plans, purposes, and goals.
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Attend management classes.
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Step 4
Give clear details
Give the employees your clear, detailed expectations. Let them know exactly what their job entails along with specific timelines.
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Step 5
Schedule meeting
Regularly schedule meetings to discuss goals and ambitions. If there is a problem with an employee, handle it as soon as it happens.
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Step 6
Encourage performance
Encourage performance by letting them know they are appreciated. Praise them in front of their peers.
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Have a party when a big job is completed or a target has been reached.
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Step 7
Admit when wrong
Apologize and admit when you are wrong. Be fair and honest when they make a mistake.
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Do not lose your temper in front of your employees.
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Step 8
Interact
Interact with your employees on a regular basis, give guidance and direction, and take a personal interest in every person.
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Did you know? Workers in Northern and Western Europe say their supervisor treats them more as a partner than a boss. Eastern Europeans felt a more hegemonic relationship.
