How to correctly understand the meaning of superiors
"One slip of the foot makes an everlasting regret." This sentence is a perfect metaphor for serious organizational work. As a leader, in the process of getting along with superiors, we must learn to be flexible and strive for perfection, and we must not make any mistakes in dealing with problems. The superior leader is the spiritual leader of the organization, and the leader should accurately understand the intention of the superior leader. It is necessary to have a comprehensive understanding and not to be confused and one-sided; To understand the original intention, don't read good classics out of context for my needs. The intention of the superior leader mentioned here is the original intention or spiritual essence, the goal and effect that the superior leader hopes to achieve when arranging work, issuing tasks and giving instructions. It is the starting point and destination of organizational work. It not only reflects the thoughts and requirements of superior leaders for a certain job, but also embodies its unique leadership art, thinking method and principle of doing things, and often has the characteristics of hitting the nail on the head, revealing the law and touching the essence. Facts have proved that only by accurately and thoroughly understanding the intentions of the superior leaders can we make correct and reasonable suggestions and accurately carry out the tasks in place. In practical work, some leaders put forward opinions and suggestions, or put aside the intentions of superiors; Either the understanding is not deep and the grasp is incomplete; Either "parrot-like" and not creative; Or just look at the leader's face and do things, and can't understand the real intention of the superior. When understanding the intentions of superiors, we need to pay attention to the following points: First, we must firmly believe in the intentions of superiors. The diversity and complexity of things determine that the same problem can be understood from different angles, and each has its own reasons. As a subordinate, you can't look at your superiors' intentions with suspicion. This is work discipline. Second, carefully taste the intentions of superior leaders. When the intention of the superior leader is very clear, it is easier to understand and implement; However, when the intention of the superior leader is very vague, we must first consider whether there is any hint. For example, the superior leader thinks about something or a problem, but it is not good to make a clear statement. At this time, the superior leader signs his name or draws a circle. What do you mean, agree or disagree? This requires the leadership to experience it personally. For example, the tasks assigned by superior leaders are often simple words. If you don't understand the intention of the superior leader, the result is often thankless. As a subordinate, when accepting the matters assigned by the superior leader, you must be clear about your intentions, and briefly repeat your understanding of the task after the explanation of the superior leader, and then act after the approval of the superior leader; When the tasks assigned by superior leaders are beyond the objective reality and difficult to complete, they should put forward their own opinions for the reference of superior leaders. It is said that Zhang wrote a banner to the Japanese at a banquet that year, which was intentionally signed as "Black Hand Zhang" and kindly reminded by the secretary as "Hand Ink". Zhang was reprimanded after listening: Don't I know how to write the word "ink"? Afterwards, he explained that Japanese characters can't be brought with them. This is called "not giving an inch of land"! It turns out that Zhang chose to express his true intentions by hinting, but the secretary didn't understand the secret, so naturally he couldn't understand his true intentions. Third, we should always try to figure out the intentions of superior leaders. To understand and grasp the intentions of superior leaders, we should not only understand them from superior resolutions, leaders' speeches and important work arrangements, but also put our efforts into daily work. In case of major tasks or important situations, take the initiative to ask for instructions and ask superior leaders what to consider; After reading the documents, newspapers and materials, the superior leaders have a look at any opinions and new ideas; When the superior leader talks with you, listen for any new determination and intention; When the superior leaders criticize and praise, they should sort out what they advocate and what they oppose. To accurately understand the intention of the superior leaders, the key is to grasp several points: First, be good at grasping "points". Grasping the main points and core of the superior leaders' intentions, these essences are creative insights, and finding such insights requires keen thinking and the ability to choose accurately. Second, be good at connecting "lines". We should be good at thinking of other units and other things from the handling of one thing in one unit, the whole system and the whole work, and be good at "from this to that, from the outside to the inside" Third, be good at expanding "face". We should dare to expand the intention of superior leaders in theory and content. Consider everything from a broader perspective and background, and try to grasp the intentions of superiors from a global perspective. Fourth, be good at constructing "body". On the basis of grasping, connecting and expanding the intention of superior leaders, according to the principle of priority, comprehensive analysis and scientific splicing are carried out to form a reasonable and unique overall structure. The general practice is to take the intention of the leading comrades at the next higher level as the main line, fully absorb the opinions of other leading members at the next higher level, brainstorm, seek common ground while reserving differences, and make all kinds of opinions fall into their proper places. Accurately understanding the intention of superiors is not limited to the task allocation plan and guidance scheme of superiors, but includes many aspects. In daily life, as long as you observe carefully, you can find many ways, such as capturing the intentions of your superiors from your usual speeches. Timely record the systematic or random speeches and conversations of superiors in various meetings and occasions, and be good at connecting and analyzing the intentions of superiors. We can grasp the intention of the superior leader from his actions, where he goes, what he catches and how to catch it, which reflects his concern, determination and intention for this unit and this work. You can also find out the intention of the superior leader from the official document of the superior leader. Leaders usually communicate with their superiors through official documents, and leaders should be good at grasping their own thoughts from their superiors' speeches and instructions. A mature leader should accurately know his own advantages and disadvantages, strengths and weaknesses, working methods, working intentions, and even strengths, hobbies, living habits and so on. , and deeply analyze and grasp the intention of superior leaders through their behavior, and strive to keep pace with superior leaders.