Ive noticed that some supervisors on my team genuinely care about their roles and the agencys mission. They consistently support their staff and demonstrate strong leadership. However, when it comes to Directors and Branch Managers, I dont always see the same level of commitment to staff wellbeing or team support. It feels like their intentions may not be as aligned with fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
My managers a very good mentors we communicate really well, and they are very supportive and understanding.
It is dependent manager-to-manager. Many are great communicators and are dedicated to supporting and developing their employees. Others are more closed off and may see a graduate as a burden. In general - if you are upfront, communicate your needs and desires and 'manage-up', things will go well. Make sure to ask for feedback, if you don't receive it by default. Some teams and managers have a culture of regular praise and recognition, others less so. But, typically you will get a shoutout for good work well done.
