Vantage Circle

JUNE 23, 2022

Logistics Manager. Bulk orders from suppliers are handled by a logistics manager who ensures their secure, high-quality, and timely arrival at the customer's doorstep. A single e-commerce project will have a lot of team members working on different sides — operations, marketing, logistics, technical, etc. Favoritism.

Delegation 82

Delegation Supervising Logistics Problem-Solving 82

Attendance Bot

AUGUST 22, 2024

Pros: Encourages direct supervision and also creates an environment for immediate working relationships. Cons: Supervising teams in different working contexts may lead to issues of coordination, standardization, and integration. Pros: Encourages experimentation and risk-taking, often leading to breakthrough ideas and solutions.

Office Layout 52

Office Layout Teamwork Creativity Supervising 52

Ask a Manager

OCTOBER 19, 2021

I recently came across a post from a parent in my professional network who was advertising her kid’s resume on LinkedIn. I supervise a new employee who normally rides the bus home. Sometimes managers from one department that works with my team (but does not supervise them) will send a complaint to me about an error.

Supervising 38

Supervising Networking Problem-Solving Logistics 38

Ask a Manager

AUGUST 17, 2022

I supervise a role where critical thinking is really important – people need to be able to problem solve and think on their feet to figure out ways to resolve issues within a general policy and rules framework. Interviewing/selecting candidates. Is there a polite, professional way to ensure that only my supported staff access the food?

Computer 50

Computer Food Interviewing Problem-Solving 50