Managing people requires wearing many hats.
It goes without saying that more than an office desk and personalized name plate is needed to be an effective manager. Indeed, successfully managing people requires efficiency in several areas.
Self-Management
Effective management of people begins with managing yourself. In accordance with leading by example, having people adhere to the leadership of another will prove to be an arduous task without first demonstrating an adept ability to lead one's self.
Training
As a leader, a manager is responsible for properly training and providing direction for subordinates. In doing so, subordinates are far better equipped to perform the tasks assigned to them.
Motivation
From time to time, people lose the the motivation needed to perform at their best. In such events, it is necessary for managers to rebuild morale and enthusiasm. According to Entrepreneur.com, a simple way to do so is to provide rewards in recognition of their hard work and dedication.
Accountability
When managing people, one of the goals is to have them embrace responsibility for assigned tasks. Likewise, doing so reduces the necessity to oversee the progress of work, as opposed to simply evaluating at its completion.
Productivity
Productivity is the yardstick used to measure effectiveness when managing people. As productivity increases, it can be safely assumed that employees are properly trained, motivated and have embraced accountability for completing tasks assigned to them.
