The subordinate’s role in French hierarchy is to execute competently within the structure leadership establishes. This does not mean passive compliance without thought—effective subordinates bring skill, initiative, and judgment to their work. But this contribution operates within the direction provided, not against it.
The employee implements the manager’s decisions; the player executes the coach’s game plan; the team member accomplishes the objectives the leader sets. If you work under French leadership, focus on executing well within your role. Raise concerns through proper channels when appropriate, but do not chronically challenge direction. Your value comes from making leadership’s direction succeed. Subordinates who habitually renegotiate assignments or assert their own priorities over leadership’s are seen as failing to accept their role.
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