Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Week 2, Blog #2
In Chapter 3, Eisenberg et.al. discuss the human relations approach. In my work experiences, I have found this approach to be employed positively and negatively. In my first job after obtaining my undergraduate degree, the organization for which I worked was in disarray. There was hardly a semblance of organization, not much organizing, nor was there effective organizational communication. I did not feel at all “united” as the human relations approach suggests (Eisenberg et.al., 2007, p. 82). What was encouraging to me, however, was that my supervisor looked beyond the imperfections of the organization to encourage effective communication. For example, my supervisor developed pop quizzes for me to take based on his past work experiences in the organization to help prepare me for advancement in the organization. In this way, my supervisor was an “effective manager” who “encouraged [me] to identify with the organization”, thereby inspiring, motivating, and empowering me (Eisenberg et.al., 2007, p. 82).
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Hey Roy,
It's definitely rough when an organization you join isn't quite organized yet. Not feeling "united," as one usually does within organizations is definitely expected too. I'm glad you had a great supervisor that was able to look beyond all of that and focus on the importance of open communication. It's great that he/she focused on you to inspire you to further your position within the organization! It seems like a situation that started out negatively turned out positively for you :) You shared a great example of the human relations approach by speaking about your relationship with your supervisor.
I liked your post, I agree that feeling like you are accepted and a part of a company makes you more involved in your work. I think it is wonderful that your supervisor had a big picture perspective that allowed them to look past the organization's imperfections and strive for a more cohesive organization down the road. I agree that inspiration, motivation and especially empowerment make employees much more willing and ready to feel like they are a part of the organization. Also producing more efficient and higher quality work.
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