Comments on: Is management by walking around an outmoded fad?

By: Sonny Romano

Sonny Romano — Tue, 02 Aug 2016 23:58:20 +0000

Sales employees do not like it when their manager is walking around and snooping in on their activity. It’s called micro-managing and is very disruptive to the sales cycle flow and process.

By: Diane P. Scott

Diane P. Scott — Tue, 02 Aug 2016 17:38:23 +0000

As a program and people manager, I believe it is essential to walk around, whether in person or virtually. In my experience, this is what forms a strong team. I want them to know I’m there for them, help to remove roadblocks, and assist in identifying risks before they become issues. You can’t do that if you sit behind a desk and don’t effectively communicate.

Dave, another great column!

By: Bill Fisher

Bill Fisher — Tue, 02 Aug 2016 17:03:35 +0000

When the pace is fast — and in most modern companies, it is — it’s important to spot and resolve issues as quickly as possible. As a tech developer, I regularly visit each of my people and ask how they’re doing. I often end up giving them specific help on a blocking issue or explaining more clearly a specific requirement. Without a doubt, this improves efficiency and reduces stress. It also sends a good message, as noted above, that management cares and wants to participate actively in what everyone in the company is doing.

By: Cheryl Centonze

Cheryl Centonze — Tue, 02 Aug 2016 16:23:32 +0000

Thank you for this article.

It validated my style of management, which I have questioned recently if it was outdated and ineffective.