The Quality Managers -TQM

The Quality Managers -TQM TQM offers Quality Management Services. Services scope includes Management System Development (ERP,

22/09/2024

Why Do Managers Lose Influence Over Their Subordinates? 🤔

Leadership is more than just giving orders—it's about building trust, understanding, and maintaining authority through respect. But sometimes, managers can lose their influence. Here are some common reasons why this happens:

1️⃣ Lack of Emotional Intelligence: Without empathy and emotional awareness, managers fail to connect with their teams.

2️⃣ Ineffective Communication: Clear communication is key! Poor instructions lead to confusion and disengagement.

3️⃣ Unclear Roles & Expectations: If subordinates don’t know what's expected, how can they meet expectations?

4️⃣ Inconsistent Leadership: Switching between management styles causes confusion and weakens leadership.

5️⃣ Micromanagement: Nobody likes to be micromanaged! It reduces trust and limits employee autonomy.

6️⃣ Lack of Authority: Without the ability to reward or discipline effectively, managers may struggle to motivate teams.

7️⃣ Poor Interaction: Limited engagement with subordinates erodes relationships and trust.

8️⃣ Favoritism: Perceived unfair treatment can breed resentment and diminish respect.

9️⃣ Loss of Credibility: Consistently poor decisions or broken promises lead to a loss of trust.

Strong leadership isn't just about authority—it's about earning the respect and loyalty of your team. 💡

"A man's value is determined by the goals he pursues."It implies that the goals a man sets, and works towards reflect hi...
25/08/2024

"A man's value is determined by the goals he pursues."
It implies that the goals a man sets, and works towards reflect his character, values, and mindset.

26/02/2023

Leadership Isn’t About Your Job Title

You don’t need to be the boss to be a leader. Here are three actions you can take to hone your leadership skills right now and become a highly respected and influential team member.

Embrace your existing strengths. Start by asking yourself: Which tasks at work feel most energizing and natural to you? Which projects do you excel at and enjoy? What unique perspective do you bring to the table? Your strengths, identity, and interests are what set you apart. The more you understand yourself, the more you’ll be able to carry yourself with the confidence of a leader.
Devote time to daily development. Improving your skills will help you expand your impact and influence. For example, maybe your organization values leaders who can back up their ideas with hard data and insights, or those who project empathy, curiosity, and compassion. Whatever it is, take note and prioritize developing those skills and projecting growth on a daily basis.
Connect with people. Whether you’re an introvert or an extrovert (or somewhere in between), you can establish the kinds of meaningful relationships that are key to building influence on your team. Commit to being vulnerable, authentic, and empathetic in your interactions with your colleagues.

This tip is adapted from “You Don’t Need to Be ‘the Boss’ to Be a Leader,” by Matt Mayberry

Avoid These Mistakes in a Tough Conversation....Difficult conversations are difficult for a reason, and when you’re anxi...
01/07/2021

Avoid These Mistakes in a Tough Conversation....

Difficult conversations are difficult for a reason, and when you’re anxious or stressed out, it’s easy to say the wrong thing. To keep the interaction from going sideways, avoid these common mistakes.
-Don’t assume your perspective is obvious. Steer clear of phrases like “clearly,” “obviously,” or “without a doubt,” which are likely to insult your counterpart.

-Don’t exaggerate. Skip any statements that start with “You always…” or “You never…” They’re rarely true.

-Don’t challenge someone’s character or integrity. You’ll just make the person defensive if you tell them they're “unprofessional,” “wrong,” or “unethical."

-Don’t tell others what they should do. People feel judged by “should” statements. Try saying “You might consider...,” “One possibility is...,” or “Have you thought of...?” instead.

-Don’t say “It’s not personal.” Recognize that even when it's not personal to you, it might be for the other person.

This tip is adapted from “Words and Phrases to Avoid in a Difficult Conversation,” by James R. Detert

Have you ever been told that you’re “just not ready” for a promotion, despite a successful track record?This type of fee...
23/05/2021

Have you ever been told that you’re “just not ready” for a promotion, despite a successful track record?
This type of feedback often means that you’ve spent too much time building your skills — and not enough time building relationships. If this rings true, ask yourself whether decision-makers know what’s special about the way you work. Perhaps you’re a strategic thinker, who can spot trends and connect seemingly unrelated pieces of information. Or maybe you’re a clear communicator, saying what needs to be said in a way that ensures everyone hears it and takes action. Once you’ve identified what you’re good at, think about how you can share your skill more widely. For example, if you’re good at presentations, offer to provide feedback on a colleague’s dry run before their next big meeting. Or host a brown-bag conversation where you and your team members share tips on how to present to senior management. When the boss understands your special skills — and sees how well you work with others — they’ll be more likely to bet on you the next time a promotion opportunity opens up.

This tip is adapted from “Promotions Aren’t Just About Your Skills – They’re About Your Relationships,” by Amii Barnard-Bahn

Hiring a remote employee....!Whenever you’re onboarding a new employee, the goal is to help them feel at home and excite...
21/05/2021

Hiring a remote employee....!

Whenever you’re onboarding a new employee, the goal is to help them feel at home and excited about the work ahead. But when their interactions with you and the rest of the team are only virtual, how do you do that? Here are some tips.

Get them off to a fast start. This means having their technology set up before their start date, and making sure they know who to go to with questions from day one. Assign them a dedicated onboarding buddy who can be their go-to person with the many spontaneous questions they’re likely to have.

Facilitate strong relationships across the organization. Since you can’t rely on the organic and spontaneous relationship-building that happens in the office, be proactive and intentional about setting up a mix of formal and informal one-on-one interactions between the new hire and other individuals. Don’t forget to introduce them to colleagues across departments early and often.
Explain the culture and how work gets done. Make unwritten rules explicit, such as your company’s level of formality, dress code, virtual etiquette on videoconferences, communication norms, and working hours. It will be far less stressful if your new employee doesn’t have to guess at these issues.

This tip is adapted from “How to Set Up a Remote Employee for Success on Day One,” by James M. Citrin and Darleen DeRosa

Quality is remembered long after the price is forgotten.This is the motto of GUCCI.This is also the common precept of al...
21/05/2021

Quality is remembered long after the price is forgotten.
This is the motto of GUCCI.
This is also the common precept of all big brands.

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