Mysteries of the Medical Workplace: Must Managers Be Strict Figures?

34 years of nursing experience

Do nursing managers really have to be strict figures?

■ Fruitless exchanges

A: "You seem to be listening to staff concerns, but don't let your guard down."

B: "Was there a problem with what I said? I'm sorry, but please point it out specifically."

A: "There's no problem, but it's like you lack the strictness of a manager, or perhaps you're too kind."

B: "Huh?"

■ The curse of moving people through 'intimidation'

"Managers should be strict, intimidating figures."

This sentiment seems to perfectly represent the darkness of the medical and welfare fields.

They likely believe that without 'intimidation' or 'strictness,' they cannot control the workplace.

By respecting others and engaging in polite dialogue, an organization can run smoothly enough.

Isn't 'strictness' only effective when it is invoked when truly necessary?

■ A convenient position

Dignity? Presence? Strictness?

If those things are required, then I am not qualified to be a manager.

In your workplaces, what is expected of managers?

To intimidate staff into action?
To create 'yes-men' who move exactly as you wish?

I will continue to use my energy for what I believe is necessary.
I will not lose to the invisible negative atmosphere.


Thank you for reading until the end.