Explore the 18 management laws, stand on the shoulders of giants, let us see farther and think more comprehensively!
There is a saying that we often say:
"If I look further, it's because I'm standing on the shoulders of giants. ”
That's right, the predecessors planted trees and the later people enjoyed the shade!
Standing on the basis of the cognition of our predecessors, we tend to stand higher, see farther, and think more comprehensively.
In fact, isn't this the case with management?
The management laws summarized by our predecessors have been repeatedly scrutinized and proven, which can be used by us.
The following is a summary of these 18 laws, which can be called the classics of the classics, see how many you know?
01
The Law of Wine and Sewage
Meaning:
A spoonful of wine is poured into a bucket of sewage, and the end result is a bucket of contaminated liquid;
In the same way, if just a spoonful of sewage is mixed into a barrel of wine, the barrel of pure wine will also be reduced to wastewater.
Here, "sewage" symbolizes negative, destructive factors, while "wine" represents a positive, positive environment or team.
This law emphasizes that even in a large number of positive environments, a very small amount of negative elements is enough to destroy the whole.
启示:
It's almost always inevitable that there will be "sewage" elements in any team or organization—those who have a disruptive or undesirable impact.
Managers must remain vigilant against these adverse factors, identify them in a timely manner, and deal with them decisively before they cause substantial damage.
Otherwise, a single rat poop could really spoil a good pot of porridge and undo the efforts and positive results of the entire team or project.
02
Washington's Law of Cooperation
Meaning:
In the context of teamwork, if each member fails to do their best, or there is a phenomenon of passing the buck and working perfunctory.
Then the effectiveness of the entire cooperation will be seriously damaged, and it may even lead to the complete failure of the entire project.
As the saying goes, if one person is perfunctory, two people pass the buck to each other, and three people will never succeed.
For example, the story of "Three Monks Carrying Water".
Put simply, when individuals slack off or evade responsibility in a team, the overall effectiveness of the team is greatly affected.
启示:
Collaboration between teams is more than just a simple addition of people.
We can't just think that a team of 10 people can exert 10 times the strength of one person.
In fact, if the team works together properly, 10 people can generate much more energy than 10;
Conversely, if the team does not work well together, the total effectiveness of these 10 people may not be as good as that of one person.
03
Ogilvie's law
Meaning:
One of the core principles of the talent selection, nurturing, use and retention process is that if we can hire people who are better than us, our company will gradually transform into an industry giant.
On the contrary, if we only choose those who are not as capable as us, then they will naturally produce more mediocre results than we expect.
启示:
The emphasis is on the importance of corporate talents.
The success of an enterprise is, of course, inseparable from high-quality products, top-notch hardware facilities and a strong financial foundation.
But more importantly, companies must have a workforce that excels.
Excellent talents are not only the most valuable asset of an enterprise, but also the core driving force to promote continuous innovation and lead the industry.
04
The Halo Effect
Meaning:
Also known as the "halo effect", it is an interesting phenomenon in interpersonal interactions.
When we have a positive or negative impression of a certain trait of a person, this impression tends to spread like ripples in water, affecting our evaluation of the person as a whole.
In short, it is easy for people to make a comprehensive positive or negative judgment on a person's whole because of a certain distinctive feature, and this kind of thinking mode of partial generalization is the embodiment of the halo effect.
启示:
In business management, we must realize that each employee is a unique individual, and they have their own unique strengths and weaknesses.
Smart managers know how to make the most of their employees' strengths while skillfully avoiding or improving their weaknesses. As the old saying goes, employing people is undoubtedly to use their strengths and avoid their shortcomings.
Anyone who uses his strengths and avoids his weaknesses is a talent; on the contrary, he is a mediocre talent if he uses his weaknesses and avoids his strengths.
05
Not worth the law
Meaning:
The law of unworthiness reveals a deep psychological reaction of people at work.
When a person feels that the work or task he is engaged in is not worth investing, he will often adopt a cold, sarcastic and even resistant attitude, and the implementation of the task is only perfunctory, lacking real commitment and enthusiasm.
启示:
At the level of enterprise management, managers need to carefully analyze the personality characteristics and aptitudes of employees, and make reasonable work distribution based on this.
At the same time, timely recognition and praise are essential when employees complete their work, which can enhance employees' job satisfaction and sense of belonging.
More importantly, companies need to strengthen employees' sense of identity with the organization's goals, so that employees feel from the bottom of their hearts that every job they do is worthwhile.
In this way, the enthusiasm and creativity of employees can be stimulated, and the company can continue to move forward.
06
The law of mushroom management
Meaning:
It reveals the managerial attitudes of certain organizations towards newcomers.
This attitude often places beginners on the periphery of the organization, like mushrooms thrown into a dark corner.
Not only are they assigned to underappreciated departments or do menial work, but they are often subjected to unwarranted criticism, accusations, and even scapegoating.
In this environment, newcomers often do not receive the guidance and support they deserve, as if they are left to fend for themselves, a situation very similar to the growth of mushrooms.
启示:
As an organization, we should pay more attention to the growth and development of new people, and provide necessary guidance and support;
As an individual, we should also face the difficulties and challenges of the new workplace with a positive attitude, and see it as an opportunity for growth.
The experience of "mushrooms" is like a silkworm cocoon for young people growing up, a step that must be experienced before feathering.
07
The first cause effect
Meaning:
It reveals an important psychological phenomenon in interpersonal communication, that is, the impression formed by both parties when they first come into contact, which will have a profound impact on future relationships.
This "preconceived" perception often plays a pivotal role in our social activities.
启示:
In many social situations such as dating, recruiting, job hunting, and team building, we should fully recognize the importance of the first cause effect.
By carefully shaping and showing a good first image of yourself, you can not only bring substantial help to your real life and work.
It can also occupy a favorable position in interpersonal communication and lay a solid foundation for future cooperation and development.
Therefore, we must seize every opportunity to make initial contact with others, and win the trust and respect of others with the best state and professional performance.
08
Jobs' Law
Meaning:
"Only one outstanding person can top 50 mediocre employees", this is the famous saying of Steve Jobs, the boss of Apple in the United States and a "management wizard", which has developed into the "Jobs Law" and swept the Western management circles.
启示:
Fully aware of the existence of the value of enterprise talents, pay attention to the selection, cultivation, use and retention of talents, and fundamentally solve the problem of lack of talents in enterprises.
09
The tidal effect
Meaning:
It originates from the phenomenon of seawater rising under the gravitational pull of celestial bodies.
When gravity is strong, the tide is turbulent, when the gravitational pull is weak, the tide is relatively gentle, and when the gravitational pull is too weak, the sea cannot even swell.
This natural phenomenon is a metaphor for the close relationship between talents and social times.
启示:
By adjusting the treatment and incentives for talents, the allocation of talents can be optimized and the attractiveness of enterprises to talents can be enhanced.
Many well-known enterprises have recognized this and put forward the human resource management concept of "attracting people with preferential treatment, uniting people with deep feelings, and motivating people with a broad career".
This not only reflects the company's respect and cherishing of talents, but also the key to stand out in the fierce market competition.
10
The Law of the South Wind
Meaning:
Also known as the "warm" law, its core is that the power of warmth prevails over the coldness of the cold.
This law profoundly reveals the desire for respect and care in human nature.
启示:
In the practice of enterprise management, the law of the south wind requires managers to abandon indifferent and rigid management methods, and instead use a more humane and "humane" method to communicate and exchange with subordinates.
Sincerely respect and care for every subordinate, always keep the interests and needs of subordinates in mind, and actively solve the practical difficulties they encounter in work and life.
Through this humanized management style, managers can not only win the support of their subordinates, but also effectively stimulate work enthusiasm and creativity.
11
The rule of colleagues
Meaning:
It is emphasized that in a good working atmosphere, the enthusiasm and work efficiency of employees will be significantly improved, so as to create greater value for the enterprise.
However, due to the complexity and diversity of human nature, it is not easy to maintain harmonious relationships among colleagues.
启示:
First of all, it is necessary to establish a sound communication mechanism so that employees can speak freely and express their views and ideas.
Secondly, it is necessary to strengthen team building and cultivate the teamwork spirit and collective sense of honor of employees.
Finally, we should pay attention to the needs and feelings of employees, give care and support in a timely manner, and let employees feel the warmth and care of the enterprise.
12
Lambsden's Law
Meaning:
Be sure to keep the ladder tidy as you climb up, otherwise you may slip and fall when you come down.
That is to say, a person must be able to advance and retreat in a certain way, so that he will not be in a dilemma, and he will not be frightened.
启示:
Emphasize the importance of creating a happy work environment.
When employees work in a pleasant, positive atmosphere, they are more likely to reach their best potential and create greater value for the business.
Conversely, it can lead to the loss of talent.
Secondly, it also reminds us that as managers, we should pay attention to communication and interaction with employees, establish sincere and equal relationships with employees, and make them feel respected and trusted.
13
Flexible management rules
Meaning:
An advanced management concept, but also an efficient production system.
Based on the theory of flexible management, the flexible management methods are perfectly combined with production methods to adapt to the changing market demand.
This law emphasizes the flexibility and adaptability of the organizational structure, and aims to achieve a flexible production system for enterprises.
启示:
It is a kind of "people-centered" "humanized management".
Managers are required to maintain stability while flexibly responding to various changes to ensure that enterprises are invincible in the fierce market competition.
Through in-depth research on employee psychology and the adoption of non-mandatory management methods, it successfully transforms the will of the organization into the conscious action of employees, and realizes a win-win situation between the enterprise and employees.
14
Kanter's Law
Meaning:
Respect for employees is not only the core requirement of humane management, but also an emotional investment with a high rate of return.
This rule elevates respect for employees to the level of a leader's professionalism and clearly emphasizes that respect for employees is a key way to earn their respect.
启示:
In management, only by truly respecting employees can we stimulate their maximum potential and achieve efficient management.
Especially for employees in the new era, such as the post-00s, they pay more attention to personalization and the realization of self-worth.
Respecting their individuality and needs is the key to attracting and retaining talents, and at the same time, it can also better achieve teamwork and common development.
15
Potten's law
Meaning:
It reveals a common reaction of human nature: when faced with a barrage of criticism, people tend to react only to the initial criticism.
Subsequent criticisms may fall on deaf ears because they are too busy mentally constructing arguments to refute them.
This psychological phenomenon is especially important for managers.
启示:
When a leader criticizes his subordinates, he must be highly vigilant about the ways and methods of criticism.
Focusing too much on an employee's mistakes can trigger an employee's defense.
As a result, they focus only on how to refute criticism, and ignore the opportunities to correct their mistakes and improve themselves.
Such criticism not only fails to achieve the desired effect, but can be counterproductive, pitting employees against managers.
16
The Hedgehog Rule
Meaning:
The emphasis is on the "psychological distance effect" in interpersonal communication.
Just like hedgehogs, keep each other warm and keep a proper distance so as not to get hurt by each other's thorns.
This law subtly reveals the delicate balance in relationships.
启示:
When applied to management practice, it means that if a leader wants to do a good job, he should maintain an intimate relationship with his subordinates, but he must achieve an "intimate" way of getting along.
It's the kind of partnership that is just right, not too close, and leaders need to be flexible enough to adjust their closeness to their subordinates.
17
The Law of the Hot Oven
Meaning:
Stemming from its symbolic metaphor of touching a blazing furnace, it is closely linked to the principle that any member of the organization who violates the rules and regulations will be severely punished.
The name comes from the fact that there are many similarities between touching a hot stove and the punishment for violating the rules.
启示:
The hot stove warns people of its dangers, and business leaders should always educate their subordinates to abide by the rules and regulations to prevent violations.
If the violation touches the hot stove, it will be injured, which is the consistency of the rules and regulations.
Once touched, it is immediately injured, showing the immediacy of the rules and regulations.
Regardless of identity, it hurts to touch the furnace, which reflects the fairness of the rules and regulations.
As a result, both leaders and employees in the company will be punished for violating the rules.
18
The Goldfish Bowl Effect
Meaning:
The "goldfish bowl effect", also known as the "transparency effect", symbolizes a highly transparent management model.
Like a transparent goldfish bowl, the interior is clearly visible from any angle.
启示:
In management practice, this effect advocates that corporate leaders should improve the transparency of their work and make corporate behavior in plain sight.
This transparency not only prevents abuses of power, but also strengthens self-restraint on the part of the leadership.
In short, transparency and openness are key to curbing corruption and misconduct.
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