Anyone that has had any form of managerial/military training should recognize
these "rules".  It is a pity that more people/management-types don't follow
them.


                     Dean's Rules For Managers To Live By
                     =======(C) 1990 by Dean Tabor=======

1.  If you can't do your subordinate's job, you shouldn't be managing them.

2.  Never forget that you, the manager, were once a worker.

3.  Always remember, your subordinates have lives too.

4.  Never ask a subordinate to do a task/job that you are either unwilling
    or unable to do.

5.  If a subordinate asks you a question, make every effort to answer the
    question as quickly and as accurately as possible.

6.  If a subordinate makes a request and it is feasible based on
    the facts at hand, grant it.  If you cannot grant the request, explain
    fully why not.

7.  As a manager and a leader, you must remain calm and collected at all times.

8.  Those beneath you support you.  Without their support, you will fall.
    Without their work and dedication, you are nothing.

9.  Never make a promise, comment or statement that you will not stand by or
    keep.

10. Back your subordinates up.  Never leave them "hanging out to dry".

11. All disciplinary measures should be in-house and confidential.   
    Praise in public, punish in private.

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