Hey guys, I'm going into my first job managing someone - any tips or advice on how best to coach/mentor and get the most out of it? Thnx!
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- @Poppy Jamieson This is so interesting and helpful - thank you! I'm going to be learning lots of new processes in the weeks I arrive and will also be trying to pass these on to my team as I'm learning them too which may be tricky so I'm just hoping to be as supportive as possible and hope gradually we'll find a rhythm that works.And love that you've mentioned about us being in a team together - 100% how I see it and the best way to work!Thank you!
- @Sarah Talbot Thank you - really helpful! I think I'm nervous around good management processes as I've had lots of experiences in the past of being managed poorly and I really want to be a good mentor and support someone properly!
- This is a good question. I asked my marketing executive what part of their job did they enjoy, what aspects they wanted to develop, and I’ve been making sure to vary their work load to suit that.They might be stronger in one area and get pigeon holed quite easily. So I make sure they are being developed as well.Clear processes and having an open communication is very important as well. Good luck, Georgia!
- One thing that immediately springs to mind is - be prepared to give up a lot of your time in the first few weeks helping and/ or showing them the ropes (depending on their level of experience). It's better to be "on call" for them and to show them how to do things correctly etc. in the first few weeks so they can then "run with it" themselves. Saves you time in the long run!Also - have a weekly check in on what they've got on for the rest of the week, what they should be prioritising, how they're finding their work load etc.I think it's also really good to emphasise that you're a team. Explain to them why they (and you) are doing certain tasks and how those help the end results you're after.Lastly, maybe every quarter have a mini review to see if they feel like they're still learning new things and skills etc. Ask them what skills they might like to learn or try out and let them run with it (depending on what it is and whether it suits the business).Hope that helps :-)
- I believe best is to have open communication.If you manage someone better to keep things professional and have some authority.Have clear expectations. If you have some rules or ways how you like things happen make sure you explain these clearly at first and then follow strictly. If you don't have rules or expectations think again and set them.I would suggest to talk with the people you manage and figure out a way what works for them best. Make sure they can address their problems or questions. Listen what they say and pay attention. Be there for them.They are your team. Be ready to fight for them if needed.If you happen to have problems deal with them right away. Don't expect that they will dissapear magically.If you coach or mentor someone tell them everything what you know.Not all people do that.
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