Your Culture Is Defined By The Worst Behavior You Tolerate

I'm sure many of us have that one relative who makes family gatherings uncomfortable. Even if they're not actively cruel, their attitude, ego or abrasiveness often creates tension and makes everyone feel awkward. However, because they’re family, the behavior is tolerated, jeopardizing everyone else's comfort.

Well, the modern workplace can be full of unsavory "relatives," like supposed leaders engaging in that same inconsiderate or egotistical behavior and dragging down the overall culture, productivity and competitive edge of the organization. As an HR leader, if you’re letting them get away with it because that's “just how they are,” you’re unfortunately a part of the problem...

 

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