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It doesn't have to be that way. Indeed, there are a few concepts that are central to being a good manager to junior IT professionals who are eager to make their mark. Let's take a look at some of the most important tenets to managing junior administrators--and, really, anyone who is your direct report.
Allow People to Fail.
Failure should be welcomed, particularly in junior roles. Otherwise, there is no room for growth.
We're all attuned to avoid failure. It seems like it's basic human nature to steer clear of making mistakes and causing disappointment. However, to write off failure as simply a wrong to be avoided ignores the basic principle of professional growth--by making mistakes, causing a problem and enrolling ourselves in the process of rectifying that problem, we grow, learn and mature in our careers.