How to Be an Effective Manager

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Build a good relationship with your people by demonstrating interest not only in their job but also in their personal lives.

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   Be humble. Just because you are the boss it does not mean you are now a sort of guru. You are still a human who makes mistakes and can make bad decisions. When the latter happens, own it up!
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   Sharpen your communication skills. As manager you need to realize that most of the time you spend at work will be dedicated to people and therefore you need to be able to communicate effectively.
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   Provide and ask for feedback. Do this periodically and not only once a year when the performance review approaches. Keep a log book about your people to make sure that you do not forget important events or issues that need to be discussed.
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   Empower your people. Being the boss does not mean that you have to make all the decisions or be present every where. Develop your people so that they become autonomous and responsible for their tasks and actions. In doing this you will also render your work life easier to manage with less stress.