Quote by Ken Blanchard

As a manager the important thing is not what happens when you are there, but what happens when you are not there.

As a manager the important thing is not what happens when yo

Summary

This quote emphasizes the significance of a manager's impact on their team's autonomy and performance. It suggests that a good manager should focus on building a self-sufficient and capable team that can function effectively even in their absence. The quote highlights the idea that a manager's true success lies in the ability to foster a work environment where employees can thrive independently, showing their competence and commitment even when the manager is not present. This implies that a manager's true effectiveness lies in empowering their team rather than micromanaging or simply being physically present.

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Management

By Ken Blanchard

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