Coleman Rules and Laws

Jeff Coleman's Management Rules:

  • Don't dictate - persuade.
  • Project a can-do attitude.
  • Delegate, and then don't interfere. But be available to help.
  • Learn to accommodate a wide variety of personalities.
  • Don't tolerate bickering, blame-throwing, or covering up - insist on harmonious teamwork.
  • Be tolerant of mistakes - up to a limit.
  • Be intolerant of incompetence.
  • Encourage constructive dissent.
  • Never miss an opportunity to pat someone on the back.
  • Be honest but gentle when appraising someone.
  • Give individuals a voice in their job assignments.
  • Make sure an assignment is understood and accepted.
  • Set high standards.
  • Be selective in hiring.
  • Be consistent.
  • Be open.
  • Don't lose your temper.
  • Don't ever take credit for others' work.
  • Speak out.
  • Be inquisitive.
  • Write it down.
  • Don't give the appearance of vacillating, but avoid the extreme of bullheadedness.
  • Be accurate - don't exaggerate.
  • Keep your boss informed.
  • Don't criticize one of your employees in front of others.
  • Cherish your personal integrity.
  • Keep your appearance neat.
  • Set a good example.
  • Take pride in everything you do.
  • Make money for the company and have fun doing it.

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