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How would you answer the below question in an interview:
'What qualities do you feel a successful manager should have?'
and why would you choose to answer the way you would?
1. Creativity
Creativity is what separates competence from excellence. Creativity is the spark that propels projects forward and that captures peoples' attention. Creativity is the ingredient that pulls the different pieces together into a cohesive whole, adding zest and appeal in the process.
2. Structure
The context and structure we work within always have a set of parameters, limitations and guidelines. A stellar manager knows how to work within the structure and not let the structure impinge upon the process or the project. Know the structure intimately, so as to guide others to effectively work within the given parameters. Do this to expand beyond the boundaries.
3. Intuition
Intuition is the capacity of knowing without the use of rational processes; it's the cornerstone of emotional intelligence. People with keen insight are often able to sense what others are feeling and thinking; consequently, they're able to respond perfectly to another through their deeper understanding. The stronger one's intuition, the stronger manager one will be.
4. Knowledge
A thorough knowledge base is essential. The knowledge base must be so ingrained and integrated into their being that they become transparent, focusing on the employee and what s/he needs to learn, versus focusing on the knowledge base. The excellent manager lives from a knowledge base, without having to draw attention to it.
5. Commitment
A manager is committed to the success of the project and of all team members. S/he holds the vision for the collective team and moves the team closer to the end result. It's the manager's commitment that pulls the team forward during trying times.
6. Being Human
Employees value leaders who are human and who don't hide behind their authority. The best leaders are those who aren't afraid to be themselves. Managers who respect and connect with others on a human level inspire great loyalty.
7. Versatility
Flexibility and versatility are valuable qualities in a manager. Beneath the flexibility and versatility is an ability to be both non-reactive and not attached to how things have to be. Versatility implies an openness - this openness allows the leader to quickly change on a dime when necessary. Flexibility and versatility are the pathways to speedy responsiveness.
8. Lightness
A stellar manager doesn't just produce outstanding results; s/he has fun in the process! Lightness doesn't impede results but rather, helps to move the team forward. Lightness complements the seriousness of the task at hand as well as the resolve of the team, therefore contributing to strong team results and retention.
9. Discipline/Focus
Discipline is the ability to choose and live from what one pays attention to. Discipline as self-mastery can be exhilarating! Role model the ability to live from your intention consistently and you'll role model an important leadership quality.
10. Big Picture, Small Actions
Excellent managers see the big picture concurrent with managing the details. Small actions lead to the big picture; the excellent manager is skilful at doing both: think big while also paying attention to the details.
I would say- a successful manager is one who is open minded, communicative, easy to approach, has a transparent way of working, stands by you, supports you and leads by example when the going gets tough, gives you credit and motivation where due, makes you learn and grow and has trust in your abilities.As to why, you can always provide some anecdote where the above qualities of a manager or you being a manager has helped the subordinates or the team performance or alternately a lack of it has adversely effected the performance.
Innovative skills, morale code of conduct, problem solving abilities, and forgiveness.
A successful manager should monitor all the processes in every activities from the beginning to an end which will guides any mistakes on the line of activities.
Instant result on the job will be archive.
Successful manager who can lead the management and decision-making in a timely manner, Skill - know-how - experience - culture - and to communicate with others and What you say is indicated by any preferred to deliver the right information in short form
the key qualities a successful manger should be leadership the ability to be the visionary for the people who work under can them the person who could set the course and direct for support the high course call for a true leader.
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