In May 2022, we conducted a poll of 450 working Britons to determine what they look for in a good manager. The ultimate goal of this poll was to gain a picture of where workers’ priorities stand after the COVID-19 pandemic, in terms of their preferred managerial style and methods of support.
When conducting this poll, we made sure to limit our scope to UK office workers only; a group that experienced significant upheaval in their working lives as they shifted between the office and remote locations throughout the pandemic. It’s our belief that this group will be especially indicative of the ways in which evolving workplace norms can quickly impact the perceived characteristics of an effective manager.
Characteristics Presented to Respondents
In no particular order, the characteristics presented to respondents were:
- Adherence to COVID-safety measures
- Frequent and effective support on tasks
- Empathetic leadership skills
- Facilitation of flexible working schedules
- Strong leadership style
- Ability to build and maintain work culture
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