4 Small Business Management Mistakes You Don't Know You're Making

1. 4 Small Business Management Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re Making (646) 504-0452 | www.virtualassistantisrael.com

2. Introduction • Are you making management mistakes that are damaging your business? • Small business management is complex and managers usually have multiple responsibilities to keep up with. • While everyone makes poor managerial decisions at one time or another, recognizing and learning how to avoid the most common management mistakes is important for anyone in a managerial position.

3. You’re Stiff As a Board • Policies and goals are important for every business, but putting these things ahead of your employees could affect your business and you could lose key employees. Be flexible. • When policies need to be bent or reviewed, brainstorm reasonable solutions to satisfy each party.

4. You’re Stiff As a Board • Today’s business world is rapidly changing, which means it’s crucial to be open to a new way of doing things. • Furthermore, examine your current goals and expectations, and make sure they are realistic.

5. You’re Speaking Chinese (Figuratively) Communication is key in every relationship. • Make sure you are explaining specific projects or tasks clearly, and answer any questions. Your staff can’t complete a project if they don’t understand what’s required. • Know your staff and delegate work effectively. • Be open and honest with your team, and ask their opinions – it’s a sign of strength and not weakness to consider the opinions of others. Your staff will appreciate it and be more invested in your success.

6. You’re Speaking Chinese (Figuratively) • Communicating clearly also means listening to your employees. • Many managers listen without actually hearing what their employees are saying. • To manage effectively, it is vital to understand your employees’ needs and concerns.

7. You’re a Negative Nancy (or Ned) Embrace positivity • Managers who only focus on the negative aspect of situations without mentioning the accomplishments of their staff create a negative, damaging workspace environment. • Your employees will become unmotivated and resentful. • In every situation, look for at least one achievement to compliment employees on.

8. You’re a Negative Nancy (or Ned) • Micromanagement also creates a very negative atmosphere. • Don’t dictate every detail and obvious step your employees should take. • You hired these employees for a reason. Trust them and allow your employees to have the space and flexibility to reach their fullest potential.

9. You Play the ‘Blame Game’ Be accountable! • Being able to admit your mistakes is an admirable trait. Taking responsibility is part of being in charge. • From an employee’s point of view, a manager who steps up and displays the confidence to admit his mistake makes him more relatable.

10. You Play the ‘Blame Game’ • That being said, do make a concerted effort when it comes to your own personal performance. • You can’t expect your staff to meet your expectations if you don’t. Be the example, not the exception.

11. Conclusion • Understanding common management mistakes and how to avoid them doesn’t come naturally for most managers. • Being proactive and taking the time to consider these potential blunders is a wise investment.

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