Management lessons from ‘The Godfather’
Business Research Methods,
APO Group 8
Section D
Sometimes critical management lessons come from the most unlikely of places -
including beloved films
When we are energetic about business, representative commitment and authoritative
achievement, we will accept any open door to up our diversion. It doesn't make a difference
what frame the exercise comes in — an address, a personal growth book or even a blockbuster
Hollywood film.
The individuals who are ravenous for success appreciate that they will never know enough.
There is dependably an ability to sharpen, a solidarity to enhance and a shortcoming to survive.
Fortunately, regardless of where we turn, there are surprising wellsprings of training and
enhancement.
We all have been at a point where we viewed a motion picture and asked "what would I be able
to find out about overseeing and business from this film" notwithstanding when that isn't the
principle motivation behind the film. Turns out a significant number movie offer some
astounding bits of knowledge and are very amusing to watch in the meantime. One of such
influential and most quoted movies is The Godfather.
What can a movie about mafia bosses and gangsters teach us about Management? If one looks
closely at the main characters in The Godfather – Don Vito Corleone and his son, Michael
Corleone, one can learn a lot about management principles.
Below are some of the management lessons learned from this movie:
It’s all about respect:
Winning the respect of your team as a project manager is easier said than done, and you don’t
have the kind of tools at your disposal that Don Corleone did. As enticed as you might be now
and then, dangers simply wouldn't cut it in the realm of venture the executives. Regard,
obviously, must be earned.
All in all, how does the Godfather deal with this without getting his hands grimy? A significant
number of alternate tips that pursue will all indicate making regard, yet there are other more
straightforward ways as well
Make sure your team knows that you respect them
Indeed, even utilize the word regard and reveal to them why this is so; this is something
the Godfather completes a lot. Despite the fact that the Don has a considered and
estimated way to deal with everything, it is practically similar to he is verbally
processing. He tells you what he is considering yet is mindful so as not to uncover
excessively. He’ll say things like “in the past you have done, this, this and this and I
respect you for it”, “you are a great…”.
This leads on to straight talking. The Godfather spreads his cards out on the table and
leaves nobody in his association in any uncertainty as to his musings. Be the equivalent
with your group, don't abandon them speculating concerning what's going on next as
they will feel disconnected.
If you garner respect from your team, then your job of project manager will become so much
easier.
Don’t Get Emotional
“It’s not personal, it’s strictly business”. Just as various mob families have their own businesses
and their own stuff to look out for, so to do businesses. If you make emotional decisions in
business, you won’t be as successful as you might have thought. To be a successful leader you
have to keep your emotions and ego aside.
Be Decisive
The incomparable Don knows precisely what he needs and this quality directions regard from
his companions, his family and his partners. Direction regard and dependability through faithful
regard. As a business chief, you additionally should be conclusive, realize what choices and
decisions to make and after that push ahead. On the off chance that you discover somebody in
your group settling on the correct choices, trust them to settle on definitive choices too. Any
dithering on your part may prompt botched chances.
Friends Close, Enemies Closer
Always keep an eye on your close competition. Do not loathe your competition but learn from
them. Just like a game, play it will dedication, precision and with a tactical edge. Play your cards
right in your business dealings and things might turn out in your favour.
Spend Time with Your Family
This is a standout amongst the most critical recommendations Don Vito provided for his kids.
While it's extraordinary to be devoted to your work, it's not as maintainable as the connections
framed with your family. Every effective pioneer is associated with individuals outside of work.
Family and companions will keep you grounded and will give you points of view on building
connections and how to settle on vital choices.
Successful Leaders are Strategic
A great part of the motion picture delineates the procedures that Don Corleone and his
counsellors use to deal with their activities, manage rivalry from other mafia families, and
conquer mishaps. Thinking ahead, having emergency courses of action, being strong, are
immensely vital components of powerful administration.
Transactional Leadership Can Work
Transactional leadership involves trade off – money for work, one favour for
another. Throughout the movie transactional leadership is on full display. The famous line, “I’ll
make him an offer he can’t refuse,” suggests that everyone has a pressure point. Wise leaders
always make sure that transactions are fair to all parties to avoid resentment later.
Be prepared
There’s nothing wrong with preparing ahead of time but remember to be patient. Taking any
action on any life decision without careful planning will only result in chaos. At the same time,
don’t be so enthusiastic about your plans that you’re not open to change.
There’s nothing like a good book or a movie that really makes us think about and apply some
of its principles in our daily life. ‘The Godfather’ is not just about gangsters and violence; it’s a
story of family, business, power and consequences.
