The Latigo or Freedom, How to manage your company?

There is a Greek fable in "La Republica", written by Plato, in which it asks this question: If you had a ring that could make you invisible, you steal?, ¿Cheat?, Would he kill? Or would you do right no matter what anyone might notice?

Those who answered "yes? the first scenario, think that man is corrupt and lazy by nature, and that the only way to keep us civilized is through legislation, rewards and punishments. Those who responded affirmatively to the second question believe in the goodness and determination of the individual. For this group of people, people always do the right thing when they have to choose between good and evil.

Based on this polarity of thoughts. The corporate world has formed two schools of thought on the administrative policy of an organization. One is full of rules, and the other not. The reality is that both can give excellent results in the short and long term. But only the companies that trust their employees will be those that survive in an era full of change.

If even here share our thinking, then as leaders we must attract, motivate, expand and sustain all that nourishes the Positivism of our employees. We must design the right environment for our people to operate as we are expecting. If we create an environment based on fear, take no risks. If it is based on the criticism, lack self-confidence. But if we develop an environment where there is trust, then we can offer you the freedom to make the best of themselves.

Trust is the foundation of any relationship. Parameters implemented cultivate trust where all people enjoy certain liberties (to make decisions, risks, and say what they think) and obligations (to say the truth, being responsible for their actions and learn from their mistakes). No organization can be productive when one is guided by rules or where there is only chaos.

A company must understand that human beings have problems, we go through difficulties, we want to achieve goals and dreams. The people give when they lose hope of getting what they want. We must nurture these dreams and provide the means to achieve them, not destroy them.

Every environment should be comfortable and fun to work. It is proven that people reach the highest point of productivity when they are enjoying what they do. The challenges and the concentration of all team members make people be integrated to solve a problem.

And finally, it is important to give space to opportunities. People have the right to learn new skills and develop new ideas. This is done by giving them new experiences so they can reach their full potential.

As leaders we have the power to influence people, and therefore its performance. If we are committed to creating an environment where trust, optimism, joy and self-improvement are part of the values ​​of our corporate culture, then we will enjoy a loyal team that will give good results.

Gean P. Biffulco

Project Manager

Latin Propaganda Advertising