Whether you’re leading a department, overseeing a matter, interfacing with the client, or simply delegating tasks to colleagues, you wear the manager’s hat. Yes, regardless of your title, if you’re asking anyone to pitch in, you’re in the management business. In embracing this role, you acknowledge the unwritten contract to not only manage work but also to manage morale, motivation, and how your team members find purpose and satisfaction in their endeavors.
As a manager of people, it isn’t just your job to ensure that tasks are completed; your true calling is to champion an environment where your team members are actively engaged and deeply invested in the work they do. One could argue, quite convincingly, that it is entirely your responsibility to breathe life into your team members’ day-to-day activities.
