The product managers first month

Most new managers desire compliance from their subordinates from the start and often rely too much on their formal authority. But compliance is not the same as commitment. If people aren't committed, they won't take the initiative. And if subordinates aren't taki...

• The first kind of managers are having the industrial age ‘productivity’ mindset, and believe that workers are not willing to work by default and need to be trapped in rules and regulations. Sick leaves are perceived as an excuse not to work.
• The second kind of managers trust their ...

Managing interdependencies require new managers to build trust, influence and mutual expectations with various people. This is often achieved by establishing personal relationships. However, simply focusing on one-on-one relationships with members of the team can undermine the process.