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Post by Holland Bussell on Nov 9, 2013 21:42:52 GMT -6
Any type of team based work shouldn't be led solely by a democracy. No one wants to be a part of a team where their opinion or voice isn't heard. If that is the case then what's the point of being apart of a team. In Whitehurst's case however, everyone is at least getting a chance to pitch in with their opinions that can help steer where the final decision will go. I think in this case the others will feel more appreciated and valued for what they believe in.
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Post by w0415498 on Nov 9, 2013 23:49:06 GMT -6
It's great to let everyone have an input on making decisions. That way no one can say they didn't no what was going on or understand. If everyone have an input on decisions, people will feel important. They can help the company grow as one. And you never know, they may have great ideas that you would have never thought of.
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Post by zekesonnier on Nov 10, 2013 0:44:49 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Democracy Isn't Always The Best Option In Business
Generally speaking, if people feel like they are part of a decision then they will be motivated to carryout the final decision. Managers are working toward the same goal as employees and incorporating employees opinions in the decision making process can help them feel like they are part of the company's goals. If a leader were to simply delegate the employee may feel undermined or left out of the loop.
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Post by sbardwell on Nov 10, 2013 8:19:15 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Democracy Isn't Always The Best Option In Business
You will never be able to please everyone all of the time. As a manager, you are ultimately responsible for the decisions made, not the employees. However, as previously discussed, their input can be invaluable. They will appreciate that their ideas are heard. It is important for a manager to acknowledge their contribution and encourage more input. There will probably be that one employee that always questions why his/her idea was not used and could become disgruntled. This needs to be discussed up front with the employees that the ideas are guidepost for your decisions, not stepping stones.
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Post by ashleylevernharrison on Nov 10, 2013 17:11:43 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Democracy Isn't Always The Best Option In Business
I believe that everyone is entitled to their own opinion, but should they always take part in the decision making of a business that they work for? no, they should not, especially if the decision won't directly affect them. I think that a boss of a company should get as many opinions about a decision from his employees as he can before he makes the decision, but ultimately, the decision to be made is up to him and no one else.
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Post by wparker on Nov 10, 2013 18:36:15 GMT -6
"Democracy isn't always the best option in business"
It's always good to get input on a decision from all your employees, and you aren't going to make everyone happy with your decision. It's good to get everyone's input because it enables you to get ideas that you haven't thought about and can make you think how it can affect your employees. The article makes a good point when it says that getting everyone's input is a way to let everyone have a say in the decision making process. It can empower employees because they feel they at least had a say in the decision process and that their opinion matters.
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Post by danielleolivier on Nov 10, 2013 20:36:39 GMT -6
Making a group decision is a great way on getting employees involved in the company processes. By pulling together a group, explaining the problem, and having a discussion on options, a manager can get a wide variety of opinions. These opinions and views can be evaluated by the manager and then a final decision can be made. This type of decision making makes it to where the employees get to see first hand where the final decision came from and they can feel like they played a part in it and understand the business more than before.
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Post by darrell2009 on Nov 10, 2013 20:46:58 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Democracy Isn't Always The Best Option In Business
Being in charge of a group of people especially large businesses there are many decisions to be made some are harder than others but all in all they still need to be well thought out and taken into consideration especially when the decision interferes with other employees. The term two heads is better than one come into play on this article because when people tend to get together and share comments it tends to eliminate the odds or negative aspects of the decision process.
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Post by clayb1919 on Nov 10, 2013 22:45:21 GMT -6
Sometimes you have to do something yourself if you want something done right. This link talks about decision making and how the decision of one leader is more powerful than the voice of many opinions. I definitely agree with this. There needs to be leadership within an organization in order for it to run smoothly.
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Post by kselders on Nov 10, 2013 23:53:23 GMT -6
The process of implementing a democracy into your business is okay in some circumstances but, not in all cases. Tough decisions have to be made and you can't always rely on the consensus of what everyone thinks. Welcome their input but, follow what seems to be right for the business. As a PCA, we sometimes have to improvise and make decisions in the best interest of the client. Deciding may be hard but, you'll know what's best. Should you be confuse, then ask for the opinions of others.
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Post by jameciadavis on Nov 11, 2013 1:40:26 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Democracy Isn't Always The Best Option In Business
I think that the power is in the employees that work for the company. Many employees prefer to be on self-managed teams rather reporting to a manager on everything they do. The workers know their jobs better than anyone in top management. When a company have good self-managed teams they ted to be more successful than firms that do not. When people see that they can have an impact on something bigger than themselves, that's how they get inspired.
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Post by billyg on Nov 12, 2013 13:06:44 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Democracy Isn't Always The Best Option In Business
Even though we're all allowed to voice an opinion, that does not always mean good things. In order for people to complete a task properly, they need to be convinced it is a good idea. Employees need to understand who their leaders are and need to follow those leaders. The voice is good for expressing opinions but not delivering advice.
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Post by katiesnyder on Nov 13, 2013 18:56:07 GMT -6
Instant MBA: Democracy Isn’t Always The Best Option In Business
Democracy in the work place is a very interesting idea because many employees feel the need for their opinions to be heard in the daily operations of the work place. This can be beneficial but can also be very harmful to the line of power. If employees begin to think that they have the same authority, as do managers then they may become insubordinate thinking that they do not have to listen to managers and other authoritative figures because of the amount of freedom they are given. It is important to involve employees in decision making but managers cannot allow them to take control of the business.
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Post by banessau on Nov 15, 2013 11:01:30 GMT -6
Democracy Isn't Always The Best Option In Business
I believe, as the article reads, that is better to get one's two cents in than nothing at all. I also agree that there needs to be just one person with the final say, but with other opinions associated with the decision. With too much input, confusion will be amongst them all, so one person is required to have order and a well thought option.
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Post by bneedham on Nov 16, 2013 14:46:00 GMT -6
INSTANT MBA: Democracy Isn't Always The Best Option In Business
I agree that democracy isn't always the best option for a form of business leadership. However, I do feel that it is important to listen to what your employees have to say and to take into consideration other people's thoughts on an action you are going to be performing. Even if you do not change your mind or do what the employees want they at least feel that you respected them enough to listen to their thoughts on the matter.
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