How should new managers identify quick wins without losing focus on long-term goals?
SG: New managers can identify quick wins by focusing on the areas where they can make immediate, measurable improvements that align with the team’s long-term objectives. Some practical approaches include:
1. Assessing Team Strengths and Their Current Challenges:
I know of a new manager at a software development firm who noticed that the team was consistently missing deadlines. By temporarily reassigning tasks based on individual strengths and streamlining daily stand-ups to improve communication, they achieved faster delivery times within a few weeks. So this quick win boosted morale and established credibility without diverting focus from the broader project timeline.
2. Addressing Low-Hanging Fruit:
Similarly, in my previous Company, a store manager identified that restocking shelves was often delayed due to inefficiencies in inventory checks. The Company then implemented a simple...
