A word of advice on offering your employees advice

This was a great article I came across. It touches on a subject that is a real minefield in business ownership. Enjoy!

Should I Give That Advice

by Sharlyn Lauby

 

A group of managers were having a conversation about giving advice.  It was obvious from the conversation their hearts were full of good intentions.  They’re experienced and smart.  And giving advice to someone else is their way of saying, “don’t make the same mistakes I made.”

On the surface, it sounds like a great idea.
Giving advice is tricky.  And one person’s attempt to help can be interpreted as unwanted or condenscending.

Here’s an example.  I once worked with a group of district managers who supervised a staff of field managers.  Most of the district managers had been promoted from the field manager position.  So they knew the field manager’s job....

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