I am writing a document on management. I would like to have each of you as part of my research. Obviously this is a wide demographic. I am looking for answers and narratives to certain questions and philosophies. You may answer any or all of the questions. You may also impart some of your insightful knowledge. I would also gladly take any other observations or stories about a great boss or an awful one.
I would take responses as a mailed attachment if this is easier. Cut and paste the questions into a word file.
These are intended as a narrative to get a feel on how people interpret and perceive management.
I also am posting a more rigid survey on my website.
How would you describe a good managers approach to a difficult situation, i.e. we have to work Christmas? You have to work Christmas?
How often do you receive feed back from your boss on performance?
Do you receive clear written goals?
What is the best thing a company has ever done for you? How did your manager influence this?
What is the worst thing (not precipitated by poor performance) a company has done. How did your manager influence this?
What invests you in the company?
What instills loyalty to your boss?
How soon after you receive a pay increase do you forget about it?
How would you handle a situation where you perceived your boss was playing favorites?
Describe a manager with excellent communication skills.
What is the most important trait in a boss?
What is the best way a boss can impart bad news? i.e. no raises?
What is the worst trait in a boss?
You may complete this and email it back or mail it. Soon it will be interactive where you just click your selection.
Thank you to anyone who participates. The survey will take a full year to compile.
natp93@comcast.net
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