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Most of us slog through a good old-fashioned 9-to-5 (unless youre a lottery winner).
Classic case of do as I say until it backfires.
Thankfully, not every boss out there is a walking workplacehorror story.
Some are genuinely kind, thoughtful, and know how to bring out the best in their teams.
Good managers dont just manage, they lead with empathy.
And in a world full of pressure and deadlines, they deserve a standing ovation.
Today, were celebrating exactly those kind of leaders.
His business connects cities through reliable and cost-effective road transport, backed by 30 years of experience.
But what really stands out?
The way Naresh talks about people.
For him, people are the heart of the company and it shows.
A company is only as good as the people who run it, Naresh tells us.
Its not just about numbers or trucks on the road, its about the humans behind the work.
You cant build an empire alone, he says.
Let your people take ownership.
That, according to him, is how companies reallygrow.
When I started, my goal was rapid growth.
But I quickly learned that ego has no place in leadership, Naresh explains.
He believes in delegation and empowering others to take charge.
You cant do it all yourself, youll burn out, he adds with a laugh.
In his view, trusting people isnt optional, its necessary.
After all, if youre building something big, you better have good people beside you.
In my company, no job is big or small, he emphasizes.
Everyrolematters, from the driver on the road to the manager making reports.
Naresh compares it to hiring a babysitter, you wouldnt treat someone caring for your child badly, right?
So why treat your team any less respectfully?
To him, its about mutual trust.
Thats part of the deal.
Naresh didnt hesitate, he said yes immediately.
Why say no when its clearly important?
These arent just employees, theyre people with lives and struggles.
He believes good leaders never forget that.
A little understanding can go a long, long way.
You need structure and rules, Naresh admits.
According to him, being rigid for the sake of it only drives people away.
The goal is to have a team that respects the rules, not fears them.
Thats how you build loyalty.
At the end of the day, were all human, he says.
That reminder shapes hisleadership style.
He encourages empathy not just from himself, but from everyone in a position of power.
You never know what someone is going through, he adds.
Whether its at work or at home, life can be tough.
A little compassion can make the workday just a bit lighter.
Thats why kindness is a key quality he looks for while hiring leaders.
If someones going to lead others, they better know how to care, he says.
He believes soft skills are just as crucial as technical ones.
A good leader listens, adapts, and uplifts their team.
Because how you treat people will reflect in how your team performs.
And honestly, we couldnt agree more.
To wrap it all up, Naresh says hes still learning every day.
But the ride becomes a lot smoother when you have a team thattrusts you.
Success is sweeter when its shared, he says with a smile.
In contrast, it sounds like the former boss in that story believed they were above everyone else.
No trust, no flexibility, just ego.
And weve all seen how that plays out.
What do you think, can a company truly thrive with that kind of attitude?
Or do you have a boss who made work feel like a second home?
Wed love to hear your stories, too!
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