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Hello. I’m President Yasui, running a company primarily engaged in inspecting high-pressure gas equipment as a solo entrepreneur.
Although we’ve had many warm days, today was a bit chilly. Let’s be mindful of our health and take care of ourselves.
When you become a manager, you are promoted within the company. However, instead of simply being "higher up," you are assigned the role of a department or section head.
Subordinates are responsible for running around the field, getting work done, and bringing in money. The role of a manager—such as a section chief, department head, or director—is to oversee that work.
In larger organizations, the hierarchy is further divided into team leaders or group heads, forming a well-structured system. Each person plays their role, making the company function properly and ensuring profitability.
This means that, in reality, there is no absolute hierarchy—just assigned roles. Respect is earned, but being a manager does not necessarily mean being superior. Even department heads and section chiefs are employees themselves.
In small businesses like ours, there is often a lack of accumulated knowledge about organizational management. In fact, the very idea of structured management may not even be consciously practiced. If an employee is promoted to a leadership position simply due to circumstances but lacks competence, the organization risks collapsing.
Being a great individual performer does not necessarily mean someone is suited for a leadership role. The ability to make money and the ability to develop and nurture people are entirely different skills.
This is why managers often struggle with interpersonal issues. They must realize the need to study and improve. The longer it takes to recognize this, the more sacrifices will have been made along the way. Choosing the right person for leadership should be done with great caution.
If there are only two people in a team, it’s a one-on-one relationship. As long as the work is manageable, things may run smoothly. But when the boss gets too busy, are they neglecting their subordinate?
At its core, a company is made up of human relationships. If employees start to feel ignored or unnecessary, their morale will decline, and eventually, they may disengage.
People want to feel needed. That is a fundamental principle. The desire for work or money often comes after that.
So, pay more attention to your subordinates. Pay more attention to people.
In parenting, the same applies—observe your children more carefully.
Are you speaking with an appropriate tone? What is your facial expression? Are you communicating only through your actions rather than words?
The ability to read people and notice subtle changes before problems escalate is essential for management. Good management is about anticipating issues and making proactive corrections before they become major problems.
If you don’t know how to manage effectively, don’t just guess—read books and learn. There are many books on management because countless people struggle with it.
Regardless of your position, if you’re facing something new, the best approach is to study.
Give it a try.
Today's Quote
"Both managers and subordinates are simply fulfilling their roles. It’s not about superiority—it’s about carrying out those roles to the best of one's ability."
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