Chapter 11

Additional Aspects of a Loving Attitude to Employees

11.1 Relationships between Superiors and Subordinates

Work brings far more than just money. A satisfying job can also bring structure and meaning to one’s life, mental and emotional stimulation, personal relationships, regular opportunity to develop to use and develop skills, social status, self-esteem and a sense of identity.

Paul Martin

Most organisations have an internal structure, which generally consists of different areas (departments, divisions, etc.). This hierarchical structure commonly has people at the higher level (known as management or superiors) who provide people in lower levels (also called subordinates) with commands and directions. The former are also in charge ...

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