As a manager in a struggling startup, certainty and relatedness are my biggest challenges. When there are layoffs, people start to be concerned for their place. Sometimes their closest coworkers are gone, which adds to the temptation to leave. This increases the uncertainty for those who stay, creating a dangerous spiral.
I try to work hard on both points (didn’t name them as such until now). Providing financial certainty through talks with the CFO, and relatedness through more team events and activities.
As a manager in a struggling startup, certainty and relatedness are my biggest challenges. When there are layoffs, people start to be concerned for their place. Sometimes their closest coworkers are gone, which adds to the temptation to leave. This increases the uncertainty for those who stay, creating a dangerous spiral.
I try to work hard on both points (didn’t name them as such until now). Providing financial certainty through talks with the CFO, and relatedness through more team events and activities.
It’s a tough challenge :)
Good read Paulo!