Management noteworthy news and commentary (November 5, 2010)
A common misconception amongst mangers is that if they ask for help they will appear incompetent, lazy, or like they can’t handle their job. This week we are here to dispel these rumors!
Knowing when to ask for help is a critical managerial skill, especially for new managers. For new managers finding a mentor is a great way to orient themselves to their organization and to discover the steps they will need to take in order succeed in their new role. Asking for help and getting things done right the first time is a much better approach than stumbling around trying to figure things out on your own.
Seasoned managers and leaders are also well served in knowing when it is appropriate to ask for help. It is important to remember: you are not super-human. There will be situations when you will not be able to go-it-alone. Instead of putting yourself through an unnecessary amounts of stress, don’t be afraid to reach out to your peers, your team, family, and others in your network.
The articles featured below will (hopefully) persuade you that leading like a lone-wolf is not the key to success! These readings are full of advice on when it is appropriate to seek out the help of others and provide tips on the best way to go about asking for assistance.
We hope you enjoy these posts! And if you think you know of an article that would enhance our list, let us know in our comments section.
“Learning to Ask for Help” – Management Excellence
I’ve not met a person yet that doesn’t need help from time to time, and this goes double for anyone in a leadership role. Leadership is frequently lonely and those that take their role seriously truly fret over decisions surrounded by ambiguity. Click here to continue reading“Collaborative Leaders Are Great Followers” – The Glowan Consulting Blog
Collaboration is a process where two or more people or organizations work together towards achievement of common goals. A collaborative leader understands the importance of supporting other members of the team. Click here to continue reading“Leaders: Dare to Ask for Help” – Linked2Leadership
If you are contemplating making resolutions this year, then simply humble yourself and ask for help in getting those resolutions done. And don’t be afraid to ask someone for what you may need. Click here to continue reading“Asking for Help” – You’re Not the Boss of Me
I have a confession to make. I’m not very good at asking for help. There are probably a lot of reasons for it, none of which are interesting enough to dissect here. Click here to continue reading“How to Ask for Help — Without Looking Stupid” – Harvard Business Review Blogs
Last week, more evidence emerged in the Securities and Exchange Commission’s debacle over the mishandling of the Bernie Madoff über-fraud. While the SEC failed repeatedly to uncover the greatest Ponzi scheme in our country’s history ($50 billion and counting), the New York Times revealed a tale of “unseasoned people uncertain about what to do and unwilling to ask for help.” Click here to continue reading“Lead Like A Child” – Great Leadership
As soon as he walked in door everyone immediately stopped talking and stood to attention. That’s the correct thing to do when a lieutenant general walks into the room. The General is considered a leader because he has three stars on his shoulders, but we often confuse rank for leadership. Yes, he is a high-ranking official in the military, but what makes this general a great leader is that he acts like a child. Click here to continue reading“Advice for New Managers—3 tips for a fast start” – Blanchard Leadership Chat
To help with the transition, Homan-Blanchard recommends that new managers take a minute to catch their breath and then review a couple of the new changes in their life. Three things—getting comfortable with being a beginner again, scoring some early wins, and learning how to ask for help—can make the transition smoother. Click here to continue reading
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