It's not too difficult to picture in one's mind that stereotypical scenario of a stressed out boss sitting behind his or her executive desk, which is covered in the chaotic clutter of disorganized paperwork. "Par for the course", that rattled supervisor will tend to model and perpetuate their feelings of overwhelming inadequacy and frustration. As a result, a hectic mood permeates the entire office through and through in no time.
How do bosses avoid, or break, this commonplace, stale and unproductive routine which stifles the workplace atmosphere and morale? This crucial question is worth asking, especially if one realizes that positive morale tends to be contagious, while negative morale is quite infectious. However, the antidote doesn't need to be painful and the dose too frightening.
In his excerpt, "Why 'BIg Picture Only' Bosses Are The Worst", Stanford Professor of Organizational Behavior, Dr. Sutton, drew attention to the business wherewithal of the highly respected, late Mr. Steve Jobs. Jobs was known to frequent the first of his renown Apple Stores close by his home in Northern California before his profitable chain boomed. It is said that Jobs made it his routine, especially in the early days, to call attention to and grumble "over details such as the quality of their shopping bags, where employees stood in the store, and [even] the color of the paint on the walls and tables" within the Apple Store. Steve Job's vision went so far as to realize and appreciate what those seemingly insignificant, mundane details conveyed about the brand and product being marketed, and it's impact on the character of the company. As Nelson Mandela once explained, "It's not where you start, but how high you aim that matters!"
The best bosses, those in the upper echelon, do more than think big thoughts and "call the shots", they "rally the troops", instilling initiative often in little, outwardly irrelevant, ways. The secret to their success is not just a deep understanding of their industries, companies, customers or clients and the people they lead; By simply not overlooking that which is all-to-often, mistakenly, considered to be "mundane" in the workplace, they increase positive morale, maximize productivity and, consequently, cultivate business success.
How do bosses avoid, or break, this commonplace, stale and unproductive routine which stifles the workplace atmosphere and morale? This crucial question is worth asking, especially if one realizes that positive morale tends to be contagious, while negative morale is quite infectious. However, the antidote doesn't need to be painful and the dose too frightening.
From behind that very executive desk, the "big picture" must be contemplated. When assessing the overall goal towards business growth and success, start simple by considering the little things that can have the greatest impact. Could it be, that the very executive table from which one employs themselves each and every workday can be evaluated as more than just an ordinary tool necessary for the day-to-day business humdrum?
In his excerpt, "Why 'BIg Picture Only' Bosses Are The Worst", Stanford Professor of Organizational Behavior, Dr. Sutton, drew attention to the business wherewithal of the highly respected, late Mr. Steve Jobs. Jobs was known to frequent the first of his renown Apple Stores close by his home in Northern California before his profitable chain boomed. It is said that Jobs made it his routine, especially in the early days, to call attention to and grumble "over details such as the quality of their shopping bags, where employees stood in the store, and [even] the color of the paint on the walls and tables" within the Apple Store. Steve Job's vision went so far as to realize and appreciate what those seemingly insignificant, mundane details conveyed about the brand and product being marketed, and it's impact on the character of the company. As Nelson Mandela once explained, "It's not where you start, but how high you aim that matters!"
A mere decision to modernize office furniture, for example, not only improves the company ambiance, but can provide the opportunity to strengthen business morale. By updating those executive desks, executive tables and other professional office furniture with new contemporary flare, the results will be tenfold. An upgraded, modern executive desk is likely to facilitate more than just a "spruced up" office environment, it will convey its' value loud and clear toemployees, clients and customers alike. What once was an ordinary desk, will now spark enthusiasm as it serves as a source of renewed drive, suggesting a sense of purpose and encouraging confidence, pride, and motivation in the workplace.
The best bosses, those in the upper echelon, do more than think big thoughts and "call the shots", they "rally the troops", instilling initiative often in little, outwardly irrelevant, ways. The secret to their success is not just a deep understanding of their industries, companies, customers or clients and the people they lead; By simply not overlooking that which is all-to-often, mistakenly, considered to be "mundane" in the workplace, they increase positive morale, maximize productivity and, consequently, cultivate business success.
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