Jan 8th, 2016
Having empowered employees is the dream of every leader. All managers want people who show initiative by taking on and completing tasks with little guidance. Of course, the expectation is that these people will perform only in ways consistent with company objectives and values. And there lies the leadership challenge. Often the leadership has not done their part to empower the employees or, worse, has gotten in the way through micro-management.
Not all leaders have selfish intentions or poor skills; many simply haven't had the training, time or focus to create an environment of empowerment
My nature is always empowering employees. Guide them and clearly provide them responsibilities to take care of the issues/tasks assigned. I expect my manager to empower me as well.
During these 2 days, I was able to take care of what is required to support a critical customer case. I was empowered (manager trusted me) and I was extremely happy to say that I have achieved this with the same enthusiasm as what I used to achieve at great company I worked for..Cisco Systems. Is it a time to forget Cisco!....I don't think so. Cisco will always be a my first choice of great company in the world!...Sorry..I am obsessed because of all the positive and great things I have experienced at Cisco during my long stay there.
