On the big stage of the workplace, each role plays a different part. Some people become the protagonist of the play by virtue of their talent, and some people frequently appear in the supporting role because they are obedient. In the minds of managers, is talent more popular, or those obedient employees more able to win favor? Today, we're going to solve the mystery.
To be clear, managers, like ordinary people, have seven passions and six desires, and their preferences are all over the place. Some managers love innovation and challenge, and appreciate those who can bring new blood and ideas. Some managers pay more attention to the stability and execution of the team, and prefer those employees who obey and work steadily.
If we deeply analyze, it is not difficult to find that no matter what type of manager, they ultimately pursue the efficiency and effectiveness of the team. In this regard, talent and obedient employees are different. Talent is like the shining star in the team, they have extraordinary abilities and unique insights, can bring breakthrough progress to the team at key moments. Their innovative thinking and problem-solving ability can often stand out in a highly competitive market and bring considerable profits and market share to the company. Such an employee is undoubtedly the pride of the manager and the valuable wealth of the company. The brilliance of talent can sometimes be dazzling. Their confidence can turn into conceit, and their independent thinking can turn into stubbornness. If not properly managed, these talents may be unwilling to accept the rules and processes of the team, and may even affect the harmony and cooperation of the team by placing too much emphasis on individualism.
On the other hand, obedient employees are the stabilizer of the team. They follow the rules, follow orders, and don't cause trouble for their managers. Their presence ensures that the operation of the team will not be affected by the whims of individuals. In environments that require rapid response and strict execution, such employees are often a manager's right-hand man. Over-compliant employees may also lack innovation and initiative, and they may be unwilling or afraid to offer their own ideas, which can limit the development and progress of the team to some extent.
Which kind of employee do managers prefer? The answer is probably "both." A good manager will balance the ratio of talent and obedient employees according to the actual situation and stage of development of the team. When innovation and breakthrough are needed, managers rely more on talent; When stability and efficiency are needed, obedient employees play a greater role. Whether it is a talent or an obedient employee, the most important thing is to have a heart willing to learn and progress. Talents need to learn how to better integrate into the team, and obedient employees need to constantly improve their ability and initiative. Only in this way can you be invincible in the changing environment of the workplace.
