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Two Important Predictors Of Management Ability Are Self Esteem And Self Confidence
| I have already stated my belief that competent managers are rare indeed - the percentage of really good managers at best is only about 5% of all those in actual management positions. Yet, this small group of competent managers typically has two important characteristics in common - high self-esteem and high self confidence.
These two important characteristics can be defined as:
Self-esteem: my true inward feelings about myself – absolute truth. If I like who I am, respect myself enough to set appropriate boundaries, can forgive myself when I make mistakes and do not need to pat myself on the back, I have a healthy self esteem. This is the person I regard as "having their head on straight"
Self-confidence: my outward reflection of my self-esteem – close to truth. A healthy self esteem results in a healthy (not out of balance) self-confidence that is reflected in a Manager's ability to 1) gain commitment from and hold those who report to them accountable 2) measure and take on reasonable risk 3) not blame others but take responsibility for results.
Because management requires achieving goals and meeting due dates on time and on budget through and with other people, success is difficult and challenging during the best of times. When a manager lacks confidence in their ability to deliver, they won't. And those who report to such a manager are rarely happy.
Those companies which consistently do a good job of identifying people with high levels of self-esteem and self-confidence will be rewarded with well managed companies! |
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