Google's Rules For Managers

Question 1

Be

Answer 1

Be a coach
Don’t be a sissy: be productive and results oriented
Be a good communicator and listen to your team

Question 2

Do

Answer 2

Empower your team and don’t micromanage
Express interest in team members’ success and personal well-being
Help your employees with career development
Have a clear vision and strategy for the team
Have key technical skills so you can advise the team

Question 3

Pitfalls

Answer 3

Have trouble making a transition to the team
Lack a consistent approach to performance management
Spend too little time managing and communicating