Is being a manager worth it?

debbie · 06-07-2006, 08:12 AM

I've got an opportunity to take on a supervisor role in the office, managing 5 people to ensure that scheduled tasks are performed more or less on time.

Problem is, the increase in pay is minimal, and I'm concerned about alienating my work mates as I get on really well with them. I'm really concerned that the reward isn't really worth the risk.

However, it may be a way to help move myself up the employment ladder, so I figure I have to consider it seriously.

I wish wished they'd pay me more to make it worth it!

LyricB · 02-10-2006, 12:55 PM

I got promoted to a managerial position once and adored it. I thought the extra responsibility would be too stressful, but I actually thrived with it pretty well.

I say go for it!

eldragon · 03-10-2006, 02:32 PM

The salary isn't usually a good enough reason to take a supervisory advancement, in my opinion.

But there is sometimes a better chance for future growth when you are supervisor.

Also, if you leave behind some friends, and now you are their manager, be prepared for a rough period. As long as you take it in stride - things will work out.

LyricB · 05-10-2006, 06:54 PM

Yeah, that's true that you will probably go through some roughness with the friends, and it probably has a lot to do with jealousy. It will work itself out.

eldragon · 06-10-2006, 12:31 PM

Either it will work itself out over time or else you will need to find a new set of friends! Once you have different objectives and goals, you might not want to remain buddies with people who do not share the same respect for them as you do. Time will tell who your real friends are, if anyone is.

Offices Admin · 06-10-2006, 05:53 PM

I think circumstances are key here - there are some companies where lower tier management is nothing more than a whipping post. However, there are others where the extra responibility comes with extra due rewards.

Personally, I think the extent of allowed decision making is what would define an enjoyable vs unenjoyable managerial position. IF you're just another cog, no fun - but if you can set up customise changes and be allowed to use your initiative under at least some circumstances, I figure I'd like that more. I guess that's one reason why so many self-employed people enjoy working for thier boss.

LyricB · 10-10-2006, 03:17 AM

Okay, that's a good point. Sometimes a managerial position isn't much of a promotion after all. I'd say go for it as long as it is indeed a promotion in every sense of the word.

benji · 13-10-2006, 05:45 PM

I've been in management for twenty years and I will say it is much easier to come from the outside into a management position than be hired from within. There are often resentments (even among friends) who may have felt they had more to bring to the table. If a person feels slighted they can serve to undermine your newfound authority. It can be done (I've done it), but it takes less time when you come in without any history with the firm.

Good luck with whatever decision you make.

bangfor · 20-10-2006, 03:22 PM

You bet its worth taking even if the pay doesnt match the upset you're going to get. You arent going to be the same with the staff and most probably all of you were sweating to get some kind of consideration, and you made it to the finishing line, which means those whom you're leaving behind will be a tad frustrated. The other thing is even if the pay isn't good at the start if you're working in a good organization theres no looking back, which means eventually youll be flooded with the perks.

busybeehelpers · 04-05-2007, 04:13 PM

I guess it depends on your career goals? Are you looking to be in a more management oriented position someday? Do you want to move up in the company? IF so I would say give it some consideration.

06-07-2006, 08:12 AM	#1 (permalink)
debbie Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2	Is being a manager worth it? I've got an opportunity to take on a supervisor role in the office, managing 5 people to ensure that scheduled tasks are performed more or less on time. Problem is, the increase in pay is minimal, and I'm concerned about alienating my work mates as I get on really well with them. I'm really concerned that the reward isn't really worth the risk. However, it may be a way to help move myself up the employment ladder, so I figure I have to consider it seriously. I wish wished they'd pay me more to make it worth it!

20-10-2006, 03:22 PM	#9 (permalink)
bangfor Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 38	You bet it's You bet its worth taking even if the pay doesnt match the upset you're going to get. You arent going to be the same with the staff and most probably all of you were sweating to get some kind of consideration, and you made it to the finishing line, which means those whom you're leaving behind will be a tad frustrated. The other thing is even if the pay isn't good at the start if you're working in a good organization theres no looking back, which means eventually youll be flooded with the perks.

02-10-2006, 12:55 PM	#2 (permalink)
LyricB Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 32	I got promoted to a managerial position once and adored it. I thought the extra responsibility would be too stressful, but I actually thrived with it pretty well. I say go for it!

03-10-2006, 02:32 PM	#3 (permalink)
eldragon Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 34	The salary isn't usually a good enough reason to take a supervisory advancement, in my opinion. But there is sometimes a better chance for future growth when you are supervisor. Also, if you leave behind some friends, and now you are their manager, be prepared for a rough period. As long as you take it in stride - things will work out.

05-10-2006, 06:54 PM	#4 (permalink)
LyricB Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 32	Yeah, that's true that you will probably go through some roughness with the friends, and it probably has a lot to do with jealousy. It will work itself out.

06-10-2006, 12:31 PM	#5 (permalink)
eldragon Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 34	Either it will work itself out over time or else you will need to find a new set of friends! Once you have different objectives and goals, you might not want to remain buddies with people who do not share the same respect for them as you do. Time will tell who your real friends are, if anyone is.

06-10-2006, 05:53 PM	#6 (permalink)
Offices Admin Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 28	I think circumstances are key here - there are some companies where lower tier management is nothing more than a whipping post. However, there are others where the extra responibility comes with extra due rewards. Personally, I think the extent of allowed decision making is what would define an enjoyable vs unenjoyable managerial position. IF you're just another cog, no fun - but if you can set up customise changes and be allowed to use your initiative under at least some circumstances, I figure I'd like that more. I guess that's one reason why so many self-employed people enjoy working for thier boss.

10-10-2006, 03:17 AM	#7 (permalink)
LyricB Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 32	Okay, that's a good point. Sometimes a managerial position isn't much of a promotion after all. I'd say go for it as long as it is indeed a promotion in every sense of the word.

13-10-2006, 05:45 PM	#8 (permalink)
benji Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 4	I've been in management for twenty years and I will say it is much easier to come from the outside into a management position than be hired from within. There are often resentments (even among friends) who may have felt they had more to bring to the table. If a person feels slighted they can serve to undermine your newfound authority. It can be done (I've done it), but it takes less time when you come in without any history with the firm. Good luck with whatever decision you make.

04-05-2007, 04:13 PM	#10 (permalink)
busybeehelpers Junior Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 20	I guess it depends on your career goals? Are you looking to be in a more management oriented position someday? Do you want to move up in the company? IF so I would say give it some consideration.