Recently reported by the Chartered Management Institute (http://www.managers.org.uk) with regards to goal setting and competencies:
“Senior executives struggle to juggle as priorities compete for attention. Prioritising a major challenge for UK managers.”
Senior executives across the UK admit they are struggling to manage conflicting priorities, as demand for their attention is split between strategic planning, stakeholder management and personal needs. Research, published today by the Chartered Management Institute, reveals that the UK’s managers and leaders are highly motivated, but worry that the challenges they face will affect their ability to perform.
The research, of 1,175 managers and directors, shows that an overwhelming majority (84 per cent) grapple with the challenge of ‘prioritising work’. Two-thirds (63 per cent) claim to have ‘little time to think’ and 53 per cent also say they struggle to find ‘time for strategic planning’. Only 5 in 10 find it easy to make time for their staff, while a similar proportion (44 per cent) are diverted by internal politics.”
After more statistics, the article says:
The research also shows managers are worried that such narrow approaches will affect performance. However the survey shows that the UK’s managers are determined to succeed. 83 per cent can’t wait to ‘get up in the morning’ and 75 per cent claim they find it easy to ‘keep positive’. There is also a clear indication of camaraderie, with 76 per cent turning to colleagues for support.
Jo Causon, director of marketing and corporate affairs for the Chartered Management Institute, says: “In the current climate, prioritising a multitude of responsibilities and tasks at work is a real challenge for managers. Organisations need to provide a supportive and open environment so individuals can dedicate time to developing fresh ideas for the future of the business. The lack of professional training and development is also a concern. If UK employers fail to invest in the skills and competencies of individuals, there will be a serious impact on how well the UK performs on a global market in the future.”
* Taken from the National Management Salary Survey 2007, published in June 2007 by the Chartered Management Institute and Remuneration Economics
