Management By Walking Around
"Do you want a ride?"- my question to the plant manager
Several years ago I worked in a refinery. Because of its vast size we used to use little SUVs to get around. It was that or ride your bike or walk. (Eventually we went to a bus system)
In winter time I would often pick up anyone walking so that it would make it easier for them. One person that always refused a ride was the plant manager. I knew him well so his refusal did not surprise me.
I would offer and he will tell me that this was his way of getting exercise and meeting people. He liked to be able to go on the different units and really see what was going on instead of being reported to. I admired this. Interestingly, his immediate staff did the opposite.
After several attempts I joined Dan's club and started walking everywhere in the plant. He was correct. You do meet new people and see things from a different perspective.
Today's question is:
"Do you manage by walking around?"
"Do you want a ride?"- my question to the plant manager
Several years ago I worked in a refinery. Because of its vast size we used to use little SUVs to get around. It was that or ride your bike or walk. (Eventually we went to a bus system)
In winter time I would often pick up anyone walking so that it would make it easier for them. One person that always refused a ride was the plant manager. I knew him well so his refusal did not surprise me.
I would offer and he will tell me that this was his way of getting exercise and meeting people. He liked to be able to go on the different units and really see what was going on instead of being reported to. I admired this. Interestingly, his immediate staff did the opposite.
After several attempts I joined Dan's club and started walking everywhere in the plant. He was correct. You do meet new people and see things from a different perspective.
Today's question is:
"Do you manage by walking around?"
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