"There was some trouble between me and my manager and I was about to miss my promotion. Thanks to the book, I realised that maybe it is just a communication issue. I took the suggestion and chatted to my manager directly and openly. As it turned out, it was just the issue of perception. Thank you very much for writing all the basics which we think we know but forget at the right time. The book has been extremely useful" ~~~ from a reader of Manage your Manager book
After reading the above statement don't we all think 'oh its so obvious' but do we all really do this?
I know so many instances where people don't talk to their managers (or each other) just because of some confusion, wrong perception or egoistic reason. In my humble opinion when it comes to confusions and issues, you should directly have face to face interaction. What worse can actually happen? If you are wrong and your manager already dislikes you, then you cant go any worse (well, till the time you start fighting or yelling). But if you are innocent and are able to clear out the air between you and your manager, everything is nice and shining afterwards
The writer of acknowledgement above did not just successfully sorted out the issue with his manager but also got the promotion he deserved in the right time. Is it not the best situation for everyone?
- The manager is happy and content with the employee...
- Employee is happy as he got the promotion he deserved...
- HR and Senior Leadership is happy because they have one less issue to deal with...
Hence, lets avoid these unwanted differences and be open in discussions in order to live a happy corporate life with your manager and peers
But if you are not able to... you always have a guide to Manage your Manager :)
I would like to thank the reader who shared his valuable experience with me and allowed me to share it with the world.
Happy Managing
Enjoy
