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12 STEPS TO SYSTEMATIC REFERRAL MARKETING

PROFIT MAPPING

3 As of COMMUNICATING


The CREATING SUCCESS Series


JOB SEARCH


STRESS MANAGEMENT


STRESS FOR SUCCESS


TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT


CHANGE MANAGEMENT


HUMAN RESOURCE PLANNING

 

 

Training and Development...

A Supervisor's Guide to:

Ø      Constructive Discipline*

Ø      Handling People*

Ø      Human Relations*

Ø      Training and Development*

Ø      Combating Absenteeism

Ø      Accident Prevention

Ø      Effective Communications

Ø      Counseling

Ø      Quality Control

Ø      Co-Operation

Ø      Leadership

Ø      Motivation

*Examples Linked

 

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

Training increases one's confidence, upgrades competence, raises earnings potential and enhances satisfaction and productivity.

Good training takes time; but, without training, there's trouble. Training that gets results is a well-planned system that tells the employee what to do, how to do it, and why it needs to be done that way.

Here are some ways to spot the need for training:

§         Rejects too high

§         Absences too frequent

§         Shut-downs excessive

§         Production low

§         Accidents recurrent

Training Ground Rules Include:

ü        The need to understand the trainee (watch them on the job; appraise abilities, attitudes and responses)

ü        Two-way communications (to establish the range of comprehension, likes and dislikes)

ü        A review and mastery of training materials (to build your confidence and breed confidence, respect and job interest on the part of the trainee)

Training Succeeds When:

ü        Materials are presented step by step

ü        You know the trainee's interests

ü        You explain reasons for procedures

ü        You talk calmly, pleasantly, rationally

ü        You teach only what can be absorbed

ü        You demonstrate

ü        You use examples familiar to the trainee

ü        You summarize, to reinforce learning

ü        You encourage questions, prod for answers

ü        You let them try, not jumping at mistakes

The results of good training includes reduced turnover; more scheduling flexibility; improved productivity (quality and quantity) and enhanced morale.

You Know Training Is Working When:

ü        You know a worker's record, ability, needs, interest and experience

ü        They have the right combination of training, tool use and how their job fits in

ü        They try to reduce waste, suggest improvements and follow instructions

ü        They work safe, like their work, follow company rules and know the costs of materials.

ü        They understand quality, attend work and talk with you.

ü        You compliment them, understand the short-falls and recognize which of them can temporarily replace you.

 

HUMAN RELATIONS

The supervisor who leads by example gets more production, reduces turnover, keeps costs down and develops better morale.

The supervisor perceived as "easy-going" appears lighthearted, congenial and "one-of-the-boys”. Typically this person is not observant, may be reluctant or hesitant, and is a "smooth talker." The result will be missed time for decisions, deceit and irritation.

Those perceived as "hard-boiled" appear insensitive, grouchy and sullen.  Their actions are impulsive, abrupt, untactful, authoritative, threatening, hard driving and selfish (“I”, instead of "we").  They create resentment, cliques, favoritism, low job interest and high turnover.

Leaders are sure and stable.  They work "with"; they understand, are open, think things through; are kind, attentive and use "we".  They guide, develop co-operation, praise and explain.  Workers are enthusiastic, respectful and loyal.

Workers are satisfied when they are not belittled; subjected to a parade of skill and knowledge.  Pay attention to them; do not ignore them.  Never reprimand them in public; but praise when they are on the right track.

A "GOOD BOSS"

ü        Gets and holds worker's confidence

ü        Points out the worker's improvement

ü        Makes workers' feel at ease

ü        Promotes by ability, regardless

ü        Co-operates with superiors and subordinates, alike

ü        Takes time to show how to do it

ü        Leads, does not drive

ü        Disciplines, without antagonism

ü        Communicates belief in group success

A "GOOD BOSS”

ü        Makes others feel important

ü        Is tactful and courteous

ü        Is on the level

ü        Keeps an open mind

ü        Develops others

ü        Praises, judiciously

ü        Listens to others

ü        Is enthusiastic

ü        Is self-confident

Better workers do not hide behind words, are helpful, have lasting personal goals, help others and take steps to progress.

 

MOTIVATION

The best motivation is self-motivation.  From time to time, casually explain how policy, rules, safety regulations, and productivity benefits everyone.  Stress the security and satisfaction that come from working together.  Aim to help workers motivate themselves through self-discipline.

Motivation is missing if the workers do not feel they are:

ü        Treated as individuals

ü        Contributing good ideas

ü        A part of their unit

ü        Doing meaningful work

With time and skills, you can build better workers and reduce problems.

Motivation comes from:

Satisfaction..........When you are sensitive to and understand their wants, and you tell them you want to help.

Involvement........When you get to know them, apply their ideas (if possible) and let them help you make decisions.

Information..........When you communicate "Why" the action; or, "Why Not”; and share policy and procedures.

Praise..................Their work, not them; do it in front of others.

Remember, a worker's wants should be fulfilled; a worker enjoys some personal attention; work on their positive interests; and, set realistic, achievable goals to create enthusiasm.

ü        Recognition responds to dominance and leadership through patience and praise

ü        Participation responds to creativity when you ask for help, advice and share decisions.

ü        Competition responds to possession through groups, not individuals; against standards, not others

ü        Discipline responds to acceptance of home and family needs through actions, not intentions; through fairness and consistency

 

CONSTRUCTIVE DISCIPLINE

A supervisor learns to teach, mold and inspire to help everyone earn more money, progress, get along, enhance job security and enjoy a good feeling of satisfaction.

Constructive Discipline includes teaching workers who need to learn; training workers who need to follow; correcting workers who need to change.  Constructive discipline is needed in orientation, training, safety, attendance and evaluation.  Timely correction means teaching.

Discipline builds loyalty and responsibility.  It encourages teamwork.  It improves an individual's self-management.  It helps one to improve.  Reasonable and fair guidance produces a group who want the protection of reasonable and fair rules, policies and procedures.

Remember:

DON'T

û       Be emotional, be objective

û       Be impulsive, get the facts

û       Reprimand in public, be discreet

û       Threaten, for hostility results

û       Argue, but explain

û       Do all the talking, listen

û       Be sarcastic, but teach

û       Nag, make your point

û       Jump to conclusions

DO

ü        Understand each job

ü        Compliment, when due

ü        Be approachable

ü        Improve relationships

ü        Give clear directions

ü        Keep your word

ü        Encourage suggestions

ü        Train thoroughly

The principles of discipline include:

1.        It aims to develop responsible workers, so act responsibly

2.        Be consistent; apply discipline in all your work

3.        Don't just correct; teach, train and motivate

4.        Accept your part in a violation, then re-teach the rule

5.        In reprimands, get the facts, evaluate the facts, be informal, but firm

6.        Observe/verify the results; follow-up as necessary

 

HANDLING PEOPLE

Workers want their job ... but need to be recognized; to be guided; to create; to own; to belong; and, to be secure.

Poor workers can be jealous, resentful, negative, sarcastic, malicious; can goof off, attack, challenge, and fail to follow through; be suspicious, collect injustices, breed discontent and polish apples!

 

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Last Modified on May 14, 2001