Increased productivity
As INSEAD Knowledge points out, people work more effectively and are more engaged if they feel respected and supported. Strong relationships improve morale and productivity. Build good relationships with subordinates and you will give them a reason to work harder.
Better teamwork
A good relationship with your manager increases openness and communication within the team. Members are more supportive and work better together, which naturally leads to higher quality work as well as better communication and collaboration within the team.
Easier conflict resolution
When a manager knows their people and has a trusting relationship with them, it is easier to resolve conflicts because they understand the motivations and emotions of both parties. As a result, conflicts happen less often and, if they do appear, they are more easily resolved when there are strong personal relationships within the team.
Increased loyalty and reduced turnover
Employees who feel personally supported by their supervisor are less likely to leave their jobs. Good relationships between worker and manager (and between teammates in general) contribute to greater stability for the team as a whole.
Support for personal development
We all know that personal development is key to long-term employee satisfaction and competitiveness. Therefore, managers who know what motivates their subordinates and where their weaknesses lie can better support employees in their development, thus increasing their satisfaction and loyalty to the company.
Positive working atmosphere
And what is the most important reason to have good relationships in the workplace? This is clear: who would want to work somewhere where there is a hostile and toxic atmosphere? Supportive and personal leadership creates an atmosphere in which people feel comfortable and like going to work. Therefore, building strong personal relationships helps build a strong and happy team.
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