“The death of [leadership] is not likely to be an assassination from ambush. It will be a slow extinction from apathy, indifference, and undernourishment.”
– respect to Robert M. Hutchins for my edit
In Plain Sight
Take a moment and think about the leaders you work with who are failing. You know who they are. It’s no surprise to you…or all of the others watching them flail about the conference rooms and hallways of your organization.
Their struggle is obvious to everyone…
…except them.
Yet we watch as if their failings are some sort of carnival side show. Entertainment for those of us who are so much better than they are.
Right?
Hard Conversations and Politics
In a perfect world we would pull these well intended yet embarrassingly off-base leaders aside and set them straight. We would ask questions so as not to insult them, but rather to help them see the harmful impact of their behavior on the workplace.
With no consequences.
But, alas…the world of work is rife with consequences. It’s as if common sense is optional at work, yet posturing and grabbing as much power and control as possible is almost acceptable.
Almost.
How About You
Who do you work with that desperately needs a candid feedback session about their odd-ball behavior? Is it safe for you to do so? For most of you, I’m guessing your corporate environment is anything but safe.
Right?
I’d love to hear from you.
No Excuses.
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