Training new Managers is essential to the effectiveness of any organisation. It is amazing that many organisations put time, effort and money into training their staff, but leave their new Managers to find their own way in the world. It makes even less sense when you appreciate that the staff will only achieve results if they are led by a Manager who is effective in their role.Training the New Manager
Every new Manager achieves their promotion because of attributes they have displayed in their previous role. The role of the Manager or Team Leader is a completely different role. This is one of the most difficult issues for the new Manager, to get a full appreciation of the role of the Leader as opposed to that of the follower.If you are exploring training for your new Managers, ensure that this aspect of the training covers the full range of headings that will help the new Manager really understand the role. The following is a checklist of headings that should be included in an effective training programme for new managers.1. The Role of the Manager. What exactly is the Manager’s role and responsibilities regarding their Team, their colleagues, senior Management and the achievement of results and objectives? It is important that this is clearly defined for the new Manager, and that he or she understands the difference in positioning of this role versus their previous role as a member of staff.2. Success in the Management Role. A new Manager needs to have a clear success vision, as clear as a target in a shooting range. The clearer he or she is on the end goals, the better chance they have of making a good beginning in their role. Any training for the new Manager must give them a clear focus on success. The success vision is not a figure or result. It is a Team who can achieve the results, clients who will provide the results, colleagues who will work with you to achieve the results and Management who will provide resources and encouragement. Prior to their Management role, the staff member might use any one of these factors as blocks to achieving success. However, as a Manager, removing blocks or devising work arounds is part of the role.3. The Manager is the Owner of the role and is responsible for achieving success. The new Manager must be aware that it is their responsibility to achieve that end result. Prior to being a Manager, the person may well have taken responsibility for a lot of their role, but certain aspects were beyond their control. A Manager’s role is to remove blocks, repair broken relationships, draw down resources, inspire others, solve problems and come up with creative ways of improving. Training for new Managers must bring this point home. When the new Manager gains a full appreciation of the role from the above factors, they will then be open to working on and improving the essential skills and competencies.4. The Competencies of the Manager. The skills of the Manager include people centred competencies, process competencies and personal management. Management training should provide a range of topics on all aspects. Some training courses will favour people management as opposed to managing metrics or time management. The new Manager needs an initial grounding in all factors, to emphasise that they must learn, develop and become competent in this aspect of their role. The aim is not that they will be competent after one training event, this is not possible. You want the new Manager to be aware that this is an area they must work on and improve. It is like providing a framework on which they will build.Training for new Managers must include the role definition as well as the key competencies to be effective in the management role.

An ornament is a decoration. The significance of ornament has risen dramatically in recent years. Because ornaments are one of the best home decor products, interior designers are stressing their use to enhance the home’s look. Wooden duck ornament is a piece of delicately carved decorative art. Wooden ducks can be used as both beauty and luck to the abode.

First of all, a duck is any cute-looking waterbird that is relatively small and short-necked, which symbolizes love, family, vigilance, clarity, protection, feelings, grace, good fortune, and strength.

Duck ornaments as a symbol of Love

Ducks have the same privileges as love birds regarding marriage, relationships, love, and affection. Paintings of duck couples can be found in bedrooms, and bath towels folded in the shape of ducks can be found in hotels, offering a warm and affectionate sense. It’s been known since ancient times that having a pair of duck paintings or showpieces in the house provides good luck in partnerships.

The Duck couple has been memorialized in wedding presents such as wooden carvings and even in the language of love. This is because these ducks are monogamous, meaning that once they find a partner, they stay together for the rest of their lives. As a result, they have become the ideal emblem of devotion, marriage, and love. In the Korean wedding ceremony, it is customary for a man who intends to marry to purchase a pair of live ducks as a gift for his future wife. This tradition allows for using wooden ducks instead of actual birds to symbolize matrimonial harmony.

Duck ornament as a symbol of vigilance

A wooden duck ornament represents vigilance, which is the act of paying attention to what is going on around you. It could be for safety reasons or to keep an eye on prospective opportunities. Ducks are recognized for their affinity for water. Flowing water is frequently associated with transformation and clarity. Ducks are hence symbols of clarity, honesty, and simplicity.

Duck Ornament from the point of Vastu

Vastu is concerned with the flow of energy into your home and life. In Chinese Vastu, the duck occupies an important position. Ancient Chinese believe that keeping ducks in the home always brings good luck and fortune. Keeping a pair of wooden ducks can help you find your soul partner more quickly or resolve marital disputes. They claim that it promotes internal peace and calm and cooperative relationships among the structure’s occupants.

Duck ornament as a show-piece

A showpiece is a must-have for every home decor. Wooden ducks ornaments offer a lovely touch to a corner or embellish showcase, making your property appear more aesthetically pleasing.

Duck ornaments as gifts

Gifts may bring a smile to anyone’s face, whether it’s for a particular occasion or simply to express affection to those you care about. showpieces are wonderful for displaying your special, priceless moments and gift memories, as well as giving you pride of place in their hearts. The wooden duck ornament will serve as an ideal present for your friends all family for the occasion of birthdays, housewarming, or casual get-togethers.

I am just now concluding that narcissism is a virus that has infected everybody in the world that is breathing air. I even apply this to my own life with a great deal of regret.

Nobody wants to admit they have narcissistic leanings in their life. And yet, if you listen to them, and even listen to yourself, you will see it. I did not know how aggravating it was, but I was to learn pretty soon.

Recently I had a heart attack and had a stent put in one of my arteries, the widow make her. It was this experience that showed me the level of narcissism in my own life.

When anybody would call me and ask how I was, I would mention that I recently had a heart attack and had a stent inserted in one of my arteries. Before I can even get to the end of that sentence, the person on the other end of the line will say, “Oh, a couple of years ago, I had a heart attack and had two stents put in.” And then they would go on and on and on about their condition and experience.

When I thought we had come to the end of that conversation, they then mentioned, “And I have a cousin who had a heart attack and had several stents put in him I can’t remember how many.” Then, were all down another rabbit trail. I sure would like to catch that rabbit.

Coming to the end of this conversation, I said, “Well, I hope you’re doing well.” To which I got the reply, “Thank You, I appreciate that.”

Hanging up the phone, I thought a bit that the person on the other end of the phone did not allow me to tell my story.

For me, this heart attack was quite an experience that I never expected to experience. I know my father had several heart attacks, but I never assumed he had willed it two me. It’s during these times that you think seriously about dying.

I have been tempted to spread the rumor that I won the million-dollar lottery for the week. Once that got out, I would get all kinds of calls to hear my million dollars’ story. But, of course, I know that they would want to be put on my Christmas list.

The discouraging point is nobody wanted to know the story of my heart attack. My heart attack was an opportunity for them to brag, or so it seemed, about their heart attack or their uncle’s heart attack or somebody else’s.

After going through a heart attack why do I want to hear about someone else’s heart attack and how they got through it.

Of course, that is my narcissism coming to the surface. I want everything to be about me and center on my life. I’m not sure what to do or how to deal with this narcissistic virus that seems to be penetrating my life.

I don’t think I will bring this up with my doctor the next time I visit him. I suspect he would send me to his psychology friend, and I certainly don’t want that kind of examination. I don’t think I could pass.

The one thing I have learned about this narcissistic virus is that there comes a point where it explodes. I didn’t know that before, but I found out just recently.

Another friend called and asked about me, and I said I just had a heart attack and had a stent implanted in my artery. Again, before I could get to the end of that sentence, they began explaining how they also had a heart attack several years ago, and they had four stents put in. Then they went on and on about their heart attack and how it changed their life, and what they did to keep from having another one.

I don’t know what triggered my explosion, but all of a sudden, I heard myself saying, “Hey, stop right there. This is my heart attack, not yours. This is my story, not yours.”

Then without hesitating, I went into my story in every detail I could think of at the time. I only wished I had recorded it so I could know what I actually said.

Just before I hung up, the person on the other end said, “Well, I’ll be praying for you, and I hope you get better.” Then there was that infamous “click.” And the conversation was over.

I hung up the phone and turned around only to see the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage staring at me with one of her “stares,” and I heard her say, “What in the world did you just say?”

At that moment, I knew I was in for some trouble, so I said, “I’m not sure; what did I say?”

I knew she would tell me what I said, so I didn’t need a recording of it. But I kind of lost control because of that narcissistic virus that has infected me.