SUPERVISOR HOT TAKES

What’s more important for a supervisor to be?

• Liked

• Respected

• Feared (just a little)

• Efficient

When should feedback be delivered?

• Immediately, even if emotions are high

• In the next 1:1 meeting

• Only when it’s formalized

• Only if the person asks for it

How often should supervisors be available to their teams?

• During standard work hours only

• 24/7 if urgent needs arise

• Whenever they’re online

• All the dang time

What’s your take on turning cameras off in virtual meetings?

• Totally fine, people need breaks

• It depends on the meeting’s purpose

• Only okay if you’re not feeling well

• It’s disrespectful. Cameras should be on

Which style of supervision is most effective?

• Hands-off—trust your team

• Balanced involvement

• Micromanagement gets results

• Lead by example (do everything with them)

What should be the #1 factor in promotions?

• Tenure

• Past performance

• Leadership potential

• Team likeability

How do you feel about anonymous feedback?

• It’s crucial—people are more honest

• It’s useful, but less actionable

• It should be discouraged

• Only acceptable in formal surveys

What's your philosophy on meetings?

• Most should be emails

• Meetings are where work happens

• A few short ones are okay

• I love them—more meetings, more clarity

What's your reaction to “per my last email”?

• Classic and effective

• Too passive-aggressive

• I’ve used it more than I should

• Never appropriate in a professional setting

Should leaders be friends with their direct reports?

• Sure, why not

• Only if they were friends before

• Keep a professional boundary

• Never—it's inappropriate