Question; should a manager socialize with their subordinates?
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I think a manager can socialize with their subordinates as long as it remains respectful. They need to be able to keep business and personal life separate in the sense that just because we hang out doesn't mean that I wont coach you for poor performance. I think that too many people can not maintain a friendship with their associates though because they either give special treatment or they are expected to give it and that can lead to a lot of problems in the workplace.
The anti-fraternization policy was done away with over 11 years ago.
You have to be able to remain objective. As an ASM used to say, “I can buy you a beer tonight and still coach you [bu-t] in the morning. Life is life and business is business.”
You want to socialize or have "relations" with Sam's Club Associates?
Great. Step down from your leadership position or find a position in a different facility or company.
You can contact ethics all you want, there is no policy against it.
That's ridiculous. People who have known each other prior to Sam's Club, cannot, and should, not be forbidden to socialize. We live in a very, very small town. We've grown up with each other or in some way, through family and friends, have known each other for ages. Maybe people in large cities can isolate from their fellow workers, but small towns can't.
It's called a "conflict of interest" and is most likely against company policy (somewhere)
nope
How can you possible be an effective manager if you party with associates at your home. You cannot be a good leader if you become friends with people you may have to discipline.
My Question is why not? Everyone has a life out the company!
The answer is no. No lead or manager should be socializing with anyone in their direct chain of command. If you witness this happening, contact Walmart Ethics and report it.
Depends how hot are the “subordinates”