Recruitment and Retention Toolkit Supervision Intervention Strategies Supervision Styles [2.8.2] Using the Most Effective Leadership Style: Situational Leadership [2.8.2.a] Common Barriers to Effective Supervision and Related Resources [2.8.2.a.2]

Common Barriers to Effective Supervision and Related Resources [2.8.2.a.2]

According to Sonja Zorga^[1], there are some common barriers to effective supervision:

Lack of communication
Difficulties in confrontation
Lack of trust
Can’t give/take criticism
Close-minded
Inconsistent
Need to be liked
Too critical

Thoughtful consideration of undesirable traits and a plan to overcome them can be a supervisor’s first step in developing a more productive leadership approach. A Supervision Self-Assessment Worksheet [2.8.2.b.2] is based on an article by Sonja Zorga^[2] and helpful in self-reflection and identifying areas for improvement. Several topics within this chapter can offer concentrated resources to overcome these common barriers to effective supervision:

Effective Communication

Effective Conflict Negotiation

Impact of the Negative Boss

Understanding and Developing Emotional Intelligence

Emotional Intelligence and Workplace Outcomes

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[1] Zorga, S. (2006). Competencies of a supervisor. Retrieved from http://hrcak.srce.hr/file/22082

[2] Zorga, S. (2006). Competencies of a supervisor. Retrieved from http://hrcak.srce.hr/file/22082