Anything You Can Do, I Can Do Better!

I can’t think of a single job experience that didn’t have at least one overzealous employee who believed that they could lead the office better than the current manager. As the person in the office that most people felt comfortable confiding in, I have heard all types of plans of possible “takeover” of management. I have even had the unique experience of witnessing a few select members of a volunteer board of director’s plot to remove the current president from his position. If I had the opportunity to turn these plots into a primetime television show, I would appropriately title it “Corporate Intrigue.” There’s politics, competition, backstabbing, and the dreaded tabloids—better known as the office –gossipers to name just a few. While no manager or ordinary human for that matter is perfect, I must give kudos to the men and women who have bravely taken on these types of leadership roles. Your tasks do not come without its fair share of drama. To employees who think that they can do it better, I encourage you to thoroughly think about it. Are you honestly capable and willing to deal with multiple personalities, other people’s personal crisis, and an employee plotting to take over your job? While I firmly believe in climbing the corporate ladder, I condemn climbing the ladder at someone else’s expense. Do your job and do it well. The day that you honestly believe that you can do the job better than the current management, let it be known through the quality of your work and your office demeanor. If you are not recognized or recommended for the next promotion, update your resume and advertise your exceptional skills to other companies that may be seeking a go getter with your talent. To the managers who really should not be managers, that’s another story, deserving of a title all its own.

This article is dedicated to Shawn and Willie. Shawn, you are an excellent and compassionate leader, the non-profit arena is fortunate to have you represent it. Your work speaks for itself. Hang in there! Willie, the ball is in your court now, don’t drop it. All eyes are on you.

Seasoned Admin