Tuesday 20 September 2016

O’Neil Blake, Former College Football Player - Useful Tips for Managing a Successful Business

O’Neil Blake is a hard working individual who understands the importance of achieving success not just in football, but professionally as well. Recently, he graduated with a Master’s of Business Administration degree in Healthcare Administration from Lenoir-Rhyne University in Hickory, North Carolina. He also received his undergraduate degree from the same university in sociology in 2014. Throughout his time in school, he was able to play college football, and was a standout athlete on the field. He currently plays for the Graz Giants in Austria, and is grateful for the experiences playing on an international stage has awarded him.
O'Neil Blake Football


However, O’Neil Blake understands that there is more to life than football, which is why he chose a college with a great educational program regarding healthcare administration. He hopes to enhance his career after football through his undergraduate and graduate degrees, and he understands a great deal about business management and administration. Here are some useful managerial tips for success.

In order to be a successful manager in the business world, you need to lead your employees with compassion and understanding. If an employee who rarely makes a mistake comes to you with an issue, don’t get overly upset; simply learn how the issue arose, what the options are in regards to eliminating the issue, and how everyone involved can learn from the experience. This will make you more approachable to your employees as a whole, and help you catch issues more quickly.

In addition to leading with compassion, make sure you show an active interest in the lives of your employees. Taking an interest in the lives of your employees outside of the work place shows them that you care; this will go a long way in terms of the overall motivation to work their hardest. It doesn’t take long to get to know the people who work for you, and you don’t have to commit to anything outside of the office. Just take the time to talk causally and cordially to each of your employees during breaks, or before or after work.

Finally, make sure your employees feel trusted. No one wants to work for a leader or manager who they know doesn’t trust them. This will kill motivation around the office, and it will also prove to slow productivity as you consistently micromanage the daily responsibilities of your team. Show that you trust your employees by giving them the necessary space to complete their work, but make yourself available for questions or concerns throughout the day.

​O’Neil Blake understands that after football, he will be a successful leader in the healthcare industry. With his Master’s degree in the field, he will be able to rise fast through the industry, and use his leadership skills to become a successful manager. He is dedicated to his future.