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A manager should be an individual who is competent and knowledgeable in business matters. He or she should know how and when to lead, delegate, communicate, solve problems, and offer solutions; for all of these qualities render a manager competent and able to effectively perform all duties. However, an employees affection toward management is not a required function of the position. It is rather important that employees respect management. Respect between both parties strengthens the working relationships. The employee should not be scared to approach, offer suggestions, or simply communicate with the manager. In such a case progressiveness is stunted because the two parties can not get beyond their feelings for each other. Respect between both parties offers a acceptable balance where there is little room for acts of prejudice and favoritism. Each party respects the role that he or she has within the organization and the functions and responsibilities of that position. With this understanding the manager can fully carry out his or her duties without fear of destroying a relationship and likewise the employee.

However, It is not a terrible thing for the employee to like the manager and the manager to like the employee. Such a relationship often makes it easier to communicate and work together towards the accomplishment of a specific goal. The same type of relationship can become an Achilles heel when it comes down to making tough decision that often require putting aside affections and being totally objective. Many relationships have been annulled because of a manager having to do his or her job. Is it important for an employee to like you? The answer is no but it is important that he or she respect you.

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