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Post by mparrish on Jul 28, 2013 19:37:20 GMT -6
Getting accurate feedback from people who are better qualified to judge the success/potential for the firm is hugely important. While you can't take everything they say as gospel, it is a good idea to really think over their opinions, especially it they are negative. Perhaps there is a lesson to be learned from the negative feedback you get, or maybe there is a new tactic you should take in the future.
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Post by lakeishabrooks on Jul 29, 2013 7:32:12 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Your Opinion Isn't The Only One That Matters
It is important that when working with a team that not only do your opinion matter but theirs does too. Each person has their own individual knowledge and skill that can maybe compliment your skill and expertise. There is not one person that can have the answers to everything. In my opinion consider what your team members think when you are making a decision because they might have great ideas to share.
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Post by meganbahm91 on Jul 29, 2013 10:44:31 GMT -6
Many managers think that their opinion is the only one that matters. WRONG!!!! Managers have to take in account what their employees think. Even though they are not the manager they are still entitled to have an opinion. Their opinions can have a huge impact on the company. You want your employees to feel like they belong with the company and have an emotional connection with the company. In the end they may have a better opinion about an idea that you do!
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Post by robertnicholson on Jul 29, 2013 11:51:27 GMT -6
Working as a team is definitely more beneficial in a business especially if you have a lot people with a lot of different expertise. When working in a group, you have a lot of different mindsets and ideas that all come into play and that it why it is important to value everyone’s opinion about what you are doing. You are all working together to accomplish goals so you need to take everyone’s opinion into consideration.
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Post by ahrield on Jul 29, 2013 13:53:36 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Your Opinion Isn't The Only One That Matters
When on the job it is great to listen to everybody's perspective. Don't just look at it from your view, you have to look at it from everybody stand of point. Even though you are managing and you feel your opinion matters most you must always look down the ladder to make sure the shoe system is working properly.
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Post by stephaniemeyer on Oct 13, 2013 17:52:20 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Your Opinion Isn't The Only One That Matters
Again, as in many of the articles I've read, this author is stressing the importance of showing your employees that their opinions and talents matter and that you appreciate them. It's very important for a companies success that employee morale stay high. When employees begin to feel as if they are being micromanaged because they are not responsible enough to do their jobs without being watched like a child, morale is bound to drop. In turn, with low morale, business profits are bound to drop as well as employees quit giving their all for the company. Many of these articles keep reiterating this fact, so it must be one that's very important to a business's success.
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Post by brentgruber on Oct 15, 2013 8:18:29 GMT -6
I think it is really important to get opinions from multiple aspects when dealing with new products or services. Like it says in the article, yours is just one opinion. It is necessary to get feedback from other sources in order to appropriately allow your products to grow the way it is suppose to. Other people's opinions matter because they will be able to give you insight in areas that you may have been oblivious to before hand. This also brings in the team aspect. As a team, their must be well rounded discussion about opinions so that all aspects can be addressed.
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Post by chrmichall on Oct 17, 2013 11:34:04 GMT -6
Instant MBA: Your Opinion Is Not The Only One That Matters
This link talks about how it is important for a manager to get his employees input on things. The manager may work with different people that have skills and this can prove to be beneficial to them. The employee also feels good about the situation and this can improve their quality of work. This will spread to other employees as well.
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Post by Holland Bussell on Oct 20, 2013 15:24:05 GMT -6
Nobody should think that sole opinion is the final answer. Your opinion is completely biased based on your personal insight and can be one sided. However when you start asking around and looking for second opinions you can better adapt or correct your products. These outside opinions can have positive influences since you are hearing from people who have a different outlook on things versus your own.
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Post by ernestmajoue on Oct 22, 2013 18:25:21 GMT -6
O'Neil says listen to others outside of your circle and take their opinion into consideration. I think being openminded helps your business grow. When you listen to non-customers you can try to target their appeals or appeal more toward that type of person. This could also help you with your customers you do have by improving ideas you never knew existed within the company. Whenever someone gives you advice or their opinion on your business having an open-mind can help with becoming more successful.
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Post by katiebourgeois on Oct 28, 2013 7:44:04 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Your Opinion Isn't The Only One That Matters
It is important as a manager/leader to realize your opinion is not the only one that matters. Having other peoples' opinions can help a business because it can help you see things in ways that you couldn't come up with. After all, no one person can know everything there is to know about everything. Asking for other peoples' opinions can be helpful if you take what they think in a positive way and use it to better your company. As a leader, you must open up and be willing to ask for other opinions and use the responses you get to benefit your company.
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Post by heatherlaurent on Oct 29, 2013 10:24:58 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Your Opinion Isn't The Only One That Matters
A group of individuals that are all committed is significantly better than just one person alone. Bouncing ideas off of another only sparks creativity. The article states that "If you have a team and its a high caliber team and they are experts in various fields, you are significantly stronger as an entity". Getting as much feedback as possible, both good and bad is the way to be successful. Understanding why people are giving you the negative feedback will only help you improve your product and make it the best it can be.
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Post by katiesnyder on Oct 30, 2013 14:58:38 GMT -6
Instant MBA: Your Opinion Isn’t The Only One That Matters
The old saying of two heads are better than one works with this article very well. Teamwork is a crucial part of business because no one knows everything about business and the different roles individuals play can be the difference in a business making it or failing. Some people may be better at public speaking or giving presentations, while others are better at research and development so it is important to work as a team in order to stay ahead of the game and have a successful business.
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Post by tyancey on Oct 31, 2013 21:07:47 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Your Opinion Isn't The Only One That Matters
I feel that this article is really common sense. When you start a business you hire employees that you trust and that are intelligent or else you would not have hired them. Therefore, it makes sense to go to these employees for advice and ideas. Doing this will help the company grow closer together and stronger. It will also make your employees feel important, valued, and like they contribute to the company. As a result, the company will be more productive and efficient.
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Post by brittanyfury on Nov 5, 2013 16:07:57 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Your Opinion Isn't The Only One That Matters
When starting a business I agree with this article that it is helpful to ask opinions and advice from others. The people you survey can be related to your market or even outside your market. Since it is impossible for you to be an expert in every field, it is wise to really take into consideration the feedback you have received on your business idea/product. I personally think it is better to act on an idea that you may not agree with than for others to say "I told you so". The best people to ask for advice are those who have "been there, done that" so to speak. Other managers may be able to inform you of their past failures and success and what to do to avoid problems they have encountered in the past. Even after you have established your business, it is important to still ask opinions of other and their suggestions in order to boost morale of your employees. Several minds are always better than one. Interacting with others is the best way to learn techniques and concepts to improve your business.
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