Introduction
Poor management is one of the main reasons for the decline of many businesses. Understanding the specifics of the company and the culture that has developed in the team is the key to successful personnel management. At the same time, ignoring such features can lead to the inoperability of generally accepted management methods. Gaining insights into the working climate is crucial for a manager to understand the laws by which the team operates.
The Importance of Understanding a Working Climate
First, attention to the enterprise’s culture and climate on the part of the manager will foster a positive attitude among other employees. The feeling of unity and belonging to a larger team is essential for the well-coordinated work of the team (Tannenbaum et al., 2021). Perception of the manager as an “alien” will lead to the hiding of valuable information and even sabotage of specific tasks. On the contrary, understanding local traditions will make it easier for the manager to become “their own” and part of the team, which will positively affect the work of the enterprise.
Secondly, studying the organization’s culture and climate will allow the manager to understand the practices employees use during work more accurately. The manager’s experience may differ from the situation in their new workplace. They need to understand the local culture to effectively apply their skills and build upon previous knowledge (Schneider et al., 2017). A misunderstanding of the local climate will lead to misapplied practices.
Thirdly, a manager who does not understand the company’s climate will be unable to organize work effectively. All management techniques require individual customization depending on the firm (Wiersema & Bird, 2017). Strategies that work in one enterprise will be completely ineffective in another. An employee who understands local specifics has a greater prospect for an effective work organization.
Conclusion
To conclude, an effective manager must be part of the team, understand the history of its interactions, and competently apply management strategies to drive success. The absence of these elements will lead to a negative perception of the manager, unsuccessful work, and, consequently, a loss of profit. A good manager uses the organization’s climate to simplify one’s work.
References
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Tannenbaum, S. I., Traylor, A. M., Thomas, E. J., & Salas, E. (2021). Managing teamwork in the face of a pandemic: evidence-based tips. BMJ Quality & Safety, 30(1), 59-63. Web.
Wiersema, M. F., & Bird, A. (2017). Organizational Demography in Japanese Firms: Group Heterogeneity, Individual Dissimilarity, and Top Management Team Turnover. Academy of Management Journal, 36(5), 996–1025. Web.