There is no one-size-fits-all method of management. All people are different, and so all managers will be different. Still, the idea remains that certain management “rules” apply to all. 
Here are some areas where that’s not always the case.
Myth: Leadership is more important than management.
Managers are critical to an organization to help execute the vision of leadership and keep teams aligned with overall business goals. They’re needed for day to day work and supporting the overall long-term direction of the organization.
Myth: The most important relationship a manager can build is with individual employees
Managers absolutely need to make sure they take one-on-one time with their team members. Strong individual relationships are important. But successful managers have the ability to build their teams and set the tone of how their people work together. This starts with hiring the right individuals but grows from a manger’s direction and the environment they cultivate.
Myth: All managers know what they need to measure and how to measure it
Managers can look at data for things like sales numbers, revenue and turnover. There are other meaningful things that are harder to quantify but just as important. Staff engagement, employee satisfaction and productivity are also crucial but often hard to measure. They help you gauge the health of your team and to understand your effectiveness as a manager.
Myth: Employees who work from home can’t be productive
The truth is that everyone works differently. Some people are more empowered and engaged in a setting where they are comfortable and unobserved, where there is quiet and focus or greater familiarity. Modern bosses are capable of managing their employees remotely with good communication via phone, email and web conferencing.
Have you fallen prey to any of these management myths? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. There is no one right way to manage, so the rules may vary from place to place and person to person. Just being aware of these myths and working to counter them will have you moving in the right direction toward truly effective management.