Managers and other employees don’t want to feel like the office is a place for criticism or persecution. They don’t want to fear coming into work every day. Instead, show your employees an environment that offers them the support they need and may want. Establish trust and open communication with your manager and employees and let them know you are available to them. Check in with your employees periodically to offer help and see how they are doing. When they do come to you for assistance, take time to listen to their problems and help them work through them. Your employees will appreciate the support and in turn will feel confident that they are not alone in the office.
Benefits of a supportive environment:
- Employees are more open to approaching you with problems or concerns.
- Allows you to delivers news or criticism to employees without frightening them.
- Employees feel more at ease hearing constructive criticism.