How to be the coolest boss in 5 lessons?
12 February 2014
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Our grandmothers used to say that to be respected, it was better to be feared. And that's not wrong. But a boss who is only synonymous with stress for his employees would no longer be a "good boss".
As always, balance remains the rule.
Knowing how to be "cool" on occasion is possible, even essential...
1. Think "casual day"
This "casual day" custom, which comes to us from the United States and Canada, means dressing more casually on Friday. Friday becomes the day when one dares to take off one's tie or too well-cut suit, when one allows oneself an open collar, or even jeans, depending on the company.
Think about generalizing this "free wear". This can help to lighten the hierarchical aspect of the company, its institutional heaviness, and to ensure that everyone (including you) feels more at ease.
2. Pamper your employees' health
A relaxed employee is worth two...? Yes, the idea is to increase everyone's efficiency by increasing their well-being. Indeed, think about bringing in a company massage company, massages that are performed clothed, on the head and back. This will significantly relieve the physical and intellectual fatigue of everyone and will, in all likelihood, improve performance.
3. Make an office in your image
Never hesitate to create the decor that suits you, that does you good. Exotic, practical, feng-shui or artistic, create your professional universe. This will offer everyone an original work environment, in which they will also be able to recognize themselves and, at the very least, evolve with pleasure.
4. Remember birthdays
It's not about being the best friend, or even a friend. Here, it's about showing your interest and your knowledge of each person. A "happy birthday", popping your head through the door, can have a great effect...
5. Be able to master a "young" language and joke around
It is always impressive, for young and old alike, to see and have a boss who is open-minded, aware of the times they live in, able to master both classical language and the jargon of young people.
So, if you were to use the terms "like" and "swag", occasionally, lightly, at the coffee machine, for a few moments, you would gain astonishment mixed with admiration from Generation Y, which is so difficult to seduce... Also, don't hesitate to tell a good, subtle and "trendy" joke, on occasion. Making someone smile is a little like seducing them.
The ReKrute.com Team
As always, balance remains the rule.
Knowing how to be "cool" on occasion is possible, even essential...
1. Think "casual day"
This "casual day" custom, which comes to us from the United States and Canada, means dressing more casually on Friday. Friday becomes the day when one dares to take off one's tie or too well-cut suit, when one allows oneself an open collar, or even jeans, depending on the company.
Think about generalizing this "free wear". This can help to lighten the hierarchical aspect of the company, its institutional heaviness, and to ensure that everyone (including you) feels more at ease.
2. Pamper your employees' health
A relaxed employee is worth two...? Yes, the idea is to increase everyone's efficiency by increasing their well-being. Indeed, think about bringing in a company massage company, massages that are performed clothed, on the head and back. This will significantly relieve the physical and intellectual fatigue of everyone and will, in all likelihood, improve performance.
3. Make an office in your image
Never hesitate to create the decor that suits you, that does you good. Exotic, practical, feng-shui or artistic, create your professional universe. This will offer everyone an original work environment, in which they will also be able to recognize themselves and, at the very least, evolve with pleasure.
4. Remember birthdays
It's not about being the best friend, or even a friend. Here, it's about showing your interest and your knowledge of each person. A "happy birthday", popping your head through the door, can have a great effect...
5. Be able to master a "young" language and joke around
It is always impressive, for young and old alike, to see and have a boss who is open-minded, aware of the times they live in, able to master both classical language and the jargon of young people.
So, if you were to use the terms "like" and "swag", occasionally, lightly, at the coffee machine, for a few moments, you would gain astonishment mixed with admiration from Generation Y, which is so difficult to seduce... Also, don't hesitate to tell a good, subtle and "trendy" joke, on occasion. Making someone smile is a little like seducing them.
The ReKrute.com Team
