https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d Think of a really good manager you’ve had. What did they do that made them a good manager? Please click on the + icon to add your ideas under under any of the headings. Add as many ideas as you can think of. Don't worry if someone has already written something similar! en-us 2021-08-11 14:51:41 UTC 2022-02-09 10:12:38 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2034344860 Promoting gender equality when she discovered that there few female. internship strategy was formulated whereby only female should be recruited to help cover the big gap between male and female staff and also promoting policy for female staff to be part of the management level 

Empowering and coaching others that led to the promotion of staff. That motivated others to work harder and there is hope for growth in the organisation and helped built their loyalty to the organisation
 ]]> 2022-02-08 00:42:15 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2034344860 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2034345118 Acknowledging and taking responsibility for mistakes on behalf of the team that she leads . Keeps a positive and constructive attitude to getting the job done by taking a lead and motivating team members though fun and giving hope for objective to be achieved. ]]> 2022-02-08 00:42:26 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2034345118 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2035307006 A good manager should have the ability to be objective and solution-oriented at almost any given time and should not to shy away from constructively criticizing in times of conflict. Requesting assistance, delegating tasks and encouraging individual responsibilities should also be part of good management. ]]> 2022-02-08 12:13:37 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2035307006 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037426205 They were very time cautions and had an outlook planner to ensure that no deadlines were missed.]]> 2022-02-09 08:53:35 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037426205 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037427774 They knew how to motivate the teams, move discussions and meetings when no body was willing to talk/contribute, motivate]]> 2022-02-09 08:54:41 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037427774 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037429971 They always had a solution to any kind of problem/challenge. ]]> 2022-02-09 08:56:05 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037429971 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037438523 was very good in engaging both external and internal stakeholders on key issues. Maintained a very good link with donors and other key stakeholders ]]> 2022-02-09 09:01:34 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037438523 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037440586 Was very good in supporting the teams to plan ahead of time and was could make decision timely.]]> 2022-02-09 09:02:52 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037440586 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037442747 Was good at finding solutions to issues that affected progress and through engaging the team to value the importance of delivering on time]]> 2022-02-09 09:04:11 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037442747 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037444759 Found good ways to implement in a challenging environment with constant changes to guidelines from the government authorities]]> 2022-02-09 09:05:32 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037444759 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037446764 They were self aware on their capabilities and was very clear when to ask for support even from supervisees. ]]> 2022-02-09 09:06:57 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037446764 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037451249 Good in setting the tone and allowing staff to actively engage]]> 2022-02-09 09:09:48 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037451249 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037466338 I have had Managers who accompany their team, were present in the moment and had a strong sense of ownership. That inspired / motivated me. ]]> 2022-02-09 09:19:06 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037466338 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037469237 Managers that are not afraid to question systems/results and are constantly thinking of a better way to apply/deliver them.]]> 2022-02-09 09:20:54 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037469237 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037469264 Working in a fast paced and challenging environment, unforeseen issues were the norm, she was open to hearing others ideas and worked with the team to find quick solutions]]> 2022-02-09 09:20:55 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037469264 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037511120 Being a calm and steady leader, and able to keep team focused during a crisis. ]]> 2022-02-09 09:45:37 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037511120 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037515302 people centred listening and understand (support) the teams needs, strengths and ambitions. ]]> 2022-02-09 09:48:06 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037515302 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037517442 Always being consistent and fair - not bringing their stress (whether work or personal) to others]]> 2022-02-09 09:49:17 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037517442 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037524367 was well planned themselves - not being minute and putting extra pressure on others. Not being afraid of pushing back on unreasonable request (from donors, Head office, Consortia leads) ]]> 2022-02-09 09:53:44 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037524367 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037541235 Effective time management]]> 2022-02-09 10:03:37 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037541235 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037541503 The manager was able to take responsibility for any mistakes especially to third party stake holders like donors, statutory regulators etc. ]]> 2022-02-09 10:03:47 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037541503 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037542485 As well as being good at engaging stake holders they had an understanding of who in the team was best placed to engage a certain stakeholder. - not necessarily themselves. ]]> 2022-02-09 10:04:25 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037542485 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037542800 Using their platform to give visibility to staff that may not have had the opportunity otherwise. This really gives staff great exposure and boosts confidence. ]]> 2022-02-09 10:04:38 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037542800 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037543325 Solution Oriented individuals who motivate the team when they are faced with multiple challenges]]> 2022-02-09 10:04:55 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037543325 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037544622 Equal treatment to all, stay positive and constructive, take responsibility for mistakes and try to correct them. Abide by concern rules and regulations]]> 2022-02-09 10:05:46 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037544622 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037546133 -self respect and also for others
-]]> 2022-02-09 10:06:44 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037546133 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037546174 Knowing when to manage change at a pace that allows the wider team to come to terms with the change (e.g. restructuring). ]]> 2022-02-09 10:06:45 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037546174 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037546248 Took time to find the resources / channels needed to support the team through change (I'm thinking of the new ways of working during COVID-19).

]]> 2022-02-09 10:06:48 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037546248 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037546610 Lead by example, acknowledge and appreciate, Empower and coach]]> 2022-02-09 10:07:03 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037546610 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037547279 treating people equally]]> 2022-02-09 10:07:27 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037547279 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037547673 Open door policy for all staff, makes them self known to all staff at all levels, very personable in their approach to communicating with staff

]]> 2022-02-09 10:07:43 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037547673 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037547948 focused on quality not just results. ]]> 2022-02-09 10:07:54 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037547948 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037548296 2022-02-09 10:08:07 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037548296 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037548708 Bringing people together, being approachable]]> 2022-02-09 10:08:22 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037548708 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037548891 Empowering others to deliver and giving them the responsibility to delegate and make decisions themselves. ]]> 2022-02-09 10:08:30 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037548891 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037549046 2022-02-09 10:08:37 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037549046 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037549349 Be respectful, good listener, understanding others situations and needs, clear message, be constructive and sensitive to others opinions]]> 2022-02-09 10:08:48 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037549349 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037549639 Actively encouraged - created spaces for new ideas - - not afraid to try a new idea. ]]> 2022-02-09 10:08:59 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037549639 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037549647 Emotional stability ]]> 2022-02-09 10:09:00 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037549647 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037549799 2022-02-09 10:09:04 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037549799 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037550643 Implementing change at a pace that ensures all staff are brought along on the journey. 

]]> 2022-02-09 10:09:32 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037550643 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037550766 Giving recognition to others. ]]> 2022-02-09 10:09:37 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037550766 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037552215 Openness to new ideas, encouraging and flexible]]> 2022-02-09 10:10:26 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037552215 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037552607 Brings in positivity and able to communicate with diverse teams , which brings harmony in the teams to move in one direction ]]> 2022-02-09 10:10:39 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037552607 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037552897 took responsibility for own actions - focused on solutions not apportioning blame when things went wrong. ]]> 2022-02-09 10:10:46 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037552897 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037553584 -Giving solutions instead running away from issues]]> 2022-02-09 10:11:14 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037553584 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037553595 2022-02-09 10:11:14 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037553595 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037553906 To have the confidence to hold firm and insist that we do the job right and not compromise on quality. ]]> 2022-02-09 10:11:27 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037553906 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037553922 Never leaves teams sitting in the dark and involves them in decisions]]> 2022-02-09 10:11:27 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037553922 https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037554779 recognised and praised good work]]> 2022-02-09 10:12:02 UTC https://padlet.com/louisebarry/6aenfrh28em8sn2d/wish/2037554779