The man’s name was John, and he was a manager at a large company. He had a reputation for being a bit of a jerk, but he was also very good at his job. He was always able to meet his quotas, and he had a knack for getting his subordinates to work hard.
John’s salary was much higher than his subordinates’, even though he didn’t do any more work. The reason for this was that he was responsible for evaluating their performance. He had to write reports on their strengths and weaknesses, and he could recommend them for raises or promotions.
John didn’t enjoy evaluating his subordinates. He knew that he had to be honest, but he didn’t want to hurt their feelings. He also knew that he could make or break their careers, and that weighed heavily on him.
One day, John was evaluating one of his subordinates, a woman named Mary. Mary was a hard worker, but she was also very shy. She didn’t speak up in meetings, and she often seemed nervous. John knew that Mary had a lot of potential, but she needed to come out of her shell.
In his report, John wrote about Mary’s strengths and weaknesses. He praised her work ethic and her attention to detail, but he also mentioned that she needed to be more assertive. He suggested that she take some public speaking classes, and he offered to help her with her presentation skills.
Mary was grateful for John’s feedback. She took his advice, and she started to come out of her shell. She became more involved in meetings, and she even volunteered to give a presentation at a conference.
A few months later, Mary was promoted to a new position. She was thrilled, and she knew that it was all thanks to John. He had helped her to see her potential, and he had given her the tools she needed to succeed.
John was proud of Mary. He knew that he had made a difference in her life, and he was glad that he had been able to help her achieve her goals. He also realized that his job as a manager was more than just meeting quotas and getting work done. It was also about helping his subordinates to grow and develop.
This story is a reminder that a person’s evaluation can change in various ways depending on who evaluates them. John was able to see Mary’s potential, and he helped her to achieve her goals. He was a good manager, and he made a difference in Mary’s life.
— hiro (@hiro_osaka_jp) May 20, 2023
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