Maine Fire Protection Commission Farmington, Maine
This presentation will focus on the eight most common mistakes made by managers/directors. Discussion of the differences between managing vs leading. Included will be mistakes often made by new bosses. Suggestions on why good employees leave their jobs. Tips on reducing the loss of employees. The use of "stay" interviews vs exit interviews. Additional suggestions on appropriate ways to show appreciation. Ideas on improving annual evaluations. Recommendations on the use of mentors by new directors and managers. Attendees will receive a detailed "Self-Assessment" checklist for use upon return to their centers, a Do's and Don't list.
Learning Objectives:
Attendees will better understand the difference between leading vs managing as it relates to a successful organization. Not an either /or other status. Understand that managing is administration, leading is about innovation and motivating employees
Attendees will, be exposed to the eight most common mistakes that managers make and the effects these have upon their organization. Included will be discussions concerning overworking their people, failure to recognize good employees, failing to show a sense of caring, hiring & promoting the wrong people, reluctance to give effective feedback, among others.
Attendees with understand improved approaches to annual evaluations, the use of "STAY" interviews, the value of mentors, esp for new hired managers. attendees will receive a detailed Do's and Don't self assessment checklist for use upon return.
