Incompetent managers are very damaging to an organization. Fast Company has a great article posted that helps you identify these managers based on their habits. I wholeheartedly agree with all ten points raised in the article and want to add these three additional points.
Regurgitates Trade Rags: Incompetent managers use the latest buzz words and trade rag babble in an effort to sound authoritative and connected. The effect is quite the opposite. Knowledge workers instantly catch on to inappropriate use of buzz words as clearly as music played backwards. Over time this undermines confidence in the manager and ultimately turns staff against them.
Inability to Lead: Managers are leaders not placeholders. Leading requires establishing and communicating a plan as I previously wrote in "The Plans Every Manager Needs". The importance of communicating a plan is directly proportional to a managers position in the chain of command. Your organization is in serious trouble if you have managers with no ability or desire to manage!
Equivication: The ability to speak at length without substance or taking a stand on anything is the hallmark of incompetence perfected. These managers have mastered securing themselves behind obscurity, noise, and misdirection. They spend time and energy to stay uncommitted avoiding anything and everything that might require explanation or justification.
I feel it's important to note that all of these failings can be corrected with coaching by good management. Don't hesitate! Get after these opportunities and your organization will benefit.
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Inability to Lead: Managers are leaders not placeholders. Leading requires establishing and communicating a plan as I previously wrote in "The Plans Every Manager Needs". The importance of communicating a plan is directly proportional to a managers position in the chain of command. Your organization is in serious trouble if you have managers with no ability or desire to manage!
Equivication: The ability to speak at length without substance or taking a stand on anything is the hallmark of incompetence perfected. These managers have mastered securing themselves behind obscurity, noise, and misdirection. They spend time and energy to stay uncommitted avoiding anything and everything that might require explanation or justification.
I feel it's important to note that all of these failings can be corrected with coaching by good management. Don't hesitate! Get after these opportunities and your organization will benefit.
Do these points resonate with you? How have you dealt with incompetent management? Let me know by posting a comment.
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