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Essay / Management Philosophy - 1158
Every manager must have a set of principles, values and core beliefs that he must follow. These principles, values and beliefs constitute its management philosophy. Webster defines philosophy as “the most fundamental beliefs, concepts, and attitudes of an individual or group.” (Webster) I will discuss the principles, values and beliefs that I, as a manager, will need to do my job effectively. I will also discuss the different biblical beliefs that support my management style. I believe in a directive and conceptual decision-making style. When there is a small problem that needs a quick solution, I would use the directive decision style. This would be similar to an issue I have dealt with in the past. For larger obstacles that come my way, I would take the conceptual approach. With the conceptual decision-making style, I can hold meetings with other members of my team and brainstorm different solutions to solve the problem. This would eventually lead to the best and most efficient solution. A manager must be in constant communication with his staff. Lack of communication can lead to misunderstandings and dissatisfied employees. “Communication is the most important skill of any manager. » (About.com) I think this statement from about.com is completely accurate. To lead, a leader must communicate his orders to his followers. “Slaves must be subject in everything to their own masters; they must be agreeable, not arguing, not stealing, but showing all good faith, that they may adorn in everything the doctrine of God our Savior. (Titus 2:9-10) This verse contains good guidelines for how employees are supposed to treat their employers. A manager must respect his employees in order to be ...... middle of paper ...... his staff; rather, it should use a democratic and permissive management style. This will allow him to be more team oriented. A manager should always honor God in everything he does and should not be afraid to fire an employee.Works CitedAbout.com. Management. 2011. March 29, 2011. Bakewell, Ken. “A Christian approach to management and work”. and librarianscf. March 30, 2011 “Management Styles”. and Rpi. March 30, 2011. Webster. Philosophy. 2011. March 29, 2011. Zigarelli, Michael. “A Christian Approach to Employee Termination.” 2005. RCN. March 30 2011 .