Managers are people working for an organization, team or company. They are the ones responsible for the work performance by the organizational members. Managers have the right to use their organizational resources and make own decisions. In an organization there are three types of management the top-level, middle-level, and first-level.
The three main levels are ranked in their importance. Here are the different levels of management and their responsibilities:
Top-Level Managers: Top-level managers also known as the top managers are also called senior management or executives. These are the top one or two levels in the organization such as: Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Chief Operational Officer (COO), Chief Information Officer (CIO), Chairperson of the Board, President, Vice president, Corporate head. Top Managers usually make decisions for the entire company. It also direct on what to do in the day-to-day activities of the business. Roles of top-level managers include setting a goal for the organization and tell the employees on how to achieve the goals. Top managers always see the performance of the organization. A top manager who is also an entrepreneur may start a company and manage it unless when it grows or expand he/she can support several levels of management.
Middle-Level Managers: This includes general manager, plant manager, regional manager, and division manager. Middle managers are the ones who will carry the goals set by the top manager. Their role is by setting goals for their departments and other business departments. They can also offer some suggestions and feedback to the top managers in helping improve the organization. Middle Managers supervise small group of employees or the entire business. If your performance is good you could be promoted for the top management in the long run
First Level Managers: First-level managers also known as the first-line managers or supervisors. Such titles include office manager, shift supervisor, department manager, foreperson, and crew leader, store manager. First level managers are the ones responsible for the everyday management of the employees who produce products and services. First level managers interact on a daily basis so if the managers are not performing well the employees also perform poorly. They are the ones who will motivate their employees in their job.
So whatever business you have or organizations make sure that you have managers that can supervise and motivate your employees.