Management is complex. Depending on size and function, an organization can have different levels of a management hierarchy with many different managers, across many different titles, and with varying levels of authority, Traditionally, there are three levels of management typically found in an organization – lower-level management, middle-level management, and top-level management. Top-level managers or …
Have you ever struggled with when to hold back and when to exert authority? Are you the one to take a little more of the blame and a little less of the credit? Are you leading from the middle? Mid-level managers must understand and translate the vision and desires of upper management. They are also …
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Life is about growth and transition. In fact, the only thing that is constant about life is change! Your career is no different. As we grow and develop as individuals, our career interests and goals naturally change or expand. Is now your time to GET PROMOTED? 5 Signs You’re Ready to Get Promoted Now You …
Do you have a reminder set for Wednesday, November 27, 2019, at 1:00pm? Don’t miss this last installment in “3 Questions Mid-Level Managers Need To Look In The Mirror And Ask…But Only If They’re Ready To GET PROMOTED”. I’m looking forward to seeing you on Facebook. I’ve covered questions #1 and #2 in my Facebook Live series on my Nicki Sanders Leadership …
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Cupcakes and Conversations with Nicki Sanders is a monthly virtual session for professional women held on the second Wednesday at 1:00pm focused on leadership, career advancement and sisterhood. During the month of November, I decided to create a Facebook Live series on the Nicki Sanders Leadership Consulting Facebook page. The series is titled, “3 Questions Mid-Level Managers …
Your boss thinks you’re too lenient. Your staff thinks you’re too strict. Your friends think you have the perfect job. Your family thinks work can’t really be that bad. What do you think? You feel misunderstood. You’re taking on additional responsibilities but not being intellectually stimulated. One of your employees is dealing with a difficult …
The hardest part of management is dealing with people. Management is not for the faint at heart. If I had a dollar for every time I heard someone say, “I wouldn’t want your job”, I would be rich. I’ve talked with many people who have turned down management positions and others who took positions that …
It’s Time for Mid-Level Managers to Band Together Read More »