How do you detect the expectations of your subordinates?

 This is how employers effectively communicate employee expectations:-

1. Set clear and realistic goals.

The key to communicating employee expectations is by setting goals with them. Unfortunately, employees do not believe their managers are taking the time to discuss company goals. It’s time to stop hiding behind the computer. Call it old fashioned, but constructive conversations are more effective when done face-to-face.

The first question managers must answer is what are the goals and mission of the organization, and do they align with the goals set for the team and each employee? Employers must never assume that their employees are aware of these goals.

Too often, managers tend to focus only on their own goals and forget to collaborate with others who could provide a new perspective. Pay attention to the needs and requests of all employees. Remember, goals need to be challenging, but still achievable.

2. Tell employees that their jobs matter.

Every employee needs to know how important their role is and how their work contributes to the overall success of the organization. To achieve this, employers must encourage productivity and acknowledge dedication and performance in the workplace.

Try focusing on the importance of expectations by letting employees know that their role plays a significant part in the team. This can be as simple as praising an employee for handling a difficult client. Feedback leads to improved performance and, in turn, could result in advancement and boost the overall morale of the workplace.

3. Clear accountability objectives.

How can employees perform if they don’t know what work for which they are being held accountable? Too many blurred lines can create a workplace plagued by inefficiency. Managers have an obligation to tell employees what tasks they are responsible for by using open lines of communication.

Solve the problems by encouraging employees to voice any concerns they may have and always remain available for those conversations. Employees should feel comfortable reaching out for help. In return, if managers know an employee is struggling, recognize the problem and address it right away.

4. Provide advancement opportunities.

Employee advancement doesn’t always require a formal promotion. Even if the movement is lateral, employee advancement drives performance.

If I see a change in the quality and trend of work, I definitely make it a point to ask or investigate the reason.  That brings out a lot.

Casual chat over the copier station or break room also brings out a lot which can tell me the person wants to talk about something.