The Cause of Poor Performance at Work

Poor performance at the workplace is a painful experience that can be both physically and emotionally draining.

It is particularly heartbreaking when this poor performance is due to the actions of supervisors who undermine their subordinates. This type of behaviour can lead to demoralised employees.

At the root of this problem is often a supervisor who believes he/she knows everything and cannot be corrected.

This kind of arrogance can be particularly damaging in a work environment, where collaboration and teamwork are essential for success. The supervisor’s refusal to accept input can lead to poor decision-making and ultimately poor performance.

Employees may begin to question their abilities and value to the company, leading to a drop in productivity and an increase in mistakes.

This can cause a vicious cycle, as the supervisor becomes more critical and negative, which only serves to further demotivate subordinates.

The problem with a supervisor who cannot motivate their subordinates is that they are missing a crucial element of leadership.
A good supervisor should be able to understand the strengths and weaknesses of his/her subordinates and use this to inspire and motivate them.

This requires empathy, emotional intelligence, and a willingness to listen and learn from others.

In conclusion, it is important for supervisors to understand the value of their subordinates and to work collaboratively with them to achieve success.

This requires a willingness to listen, learn, and inspire others, which can ultimately lead to a happier, healthier, and more successful workplace.

Mwemba Munichinga