Perhaps as a result of years of having coaches and head strong parents, the Echos are respectful of positions and titles and desire a relationship with their boss. This may not always sit well with Generation X, who are largely hands-off, independent workers. On the other hand, the Echo is the group that is expected to work very well the Seniors.
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1. Their supervisory style is not fixed. How closely they monitor and manage, for instance, is a product of each individual’s track record and personal preferences. Control and autonomy are a continuum, not solitary options.
2. Their leadership style is situationally varied. Some decisions are consensually made; others are made by the manager, but with input and consultation.
3. They depend less on positional than on personal power
4. They know when and how to make personal policy exceptions, without causing a team riot
5. They are thoughtful when matching individuals to a team, or matching a team or individual to an assignment.
6. They balance concern for tasks and concern for people. They are neither slave drivers nor country club managers.
7. THEY UNDERSTAND THE ELEMENTS OF TRUST AND WORK TO GAIN IT FROM THEIR EMPLOYEES. They are perceived as fair, inclusive, good communicators, and competent in their own right.