Confronting Employee Undermining: A Practical Guide for Leaders
In this episode of the Power of Peacefulness podcast, we dive into the subtle and damaging world of employee undermining. We explore the often-hidden signs of this behavior, its psychological and organizational roots, and provide a clear playbook for addressing it head-on.
(01:15) What exactly is employee undermining? We define the difference between constructive criticism and deliberate, harmful sabotage.
(04:30) Why does it happen? We break down the psychological and organizational factors that contribute to this toxic behavior.
(08:00) How to spot the sneaky signs of undermining, from passive-aggressive actions to a drop in team morale.
(11:00) The severe consequences of unchecked undermining on leaders, teams, and the entire organization.
(15:00) A practical playbook for leaders, including specific dialogue examples for confronting the issue directly in one-on-ones.
(19:30) How to handle undermining that spreads across different departments.
(22:00) The right way to address an employee with an inflated sense of self-importance without crushing their confidence.
(25:00) Final thoughts on building a culture of trust and respect where undermining loses its power.
Tired of workplace conflict? This episode provides the tools you need to build a more peaceful and productive team.
Listen now to learn how to identify and combat employee undermining.
Don't forget to grab your free workbook, "Reclaiming Your Inner Peace," at powerofpeacefulness.com.
Tags: Leadership, employee undermining, workplace conflict, management, toxic employees, team morale, professional communication, self-improvement, career, relationships, peacefulness.
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