Are You a Leader or a Bully?

Workplace bullying is nothing new, but from my experience as a Gen Z and as I talk with my friends and fellow colleagues, it seems to be on the rise. Is this because of the stress people are feeling in general with what is going on in the world? Maybe. Or is it that younger generations (the Future Face of Leadership®) have a differing set of expectations and tolerance?

Below is a fun yet insightful quiz. Perhaps you can have multiple generations engage in this exercise. I guarantee this will lead to a robust and healthy dialogue, and, who knows, it may have a direct impact on the selection, engagement, and retention of your employees, especially those early in their careers.

Let’s play a game of THIS or THAT:

How many THAT behaviors did you circle?

0    Congratulations! Keep up the good work and be a role model for others.

1-2 You are human. Commit to being more self-aware of your actions and how they impact others. Consider completing a Leadership 360 Assessment.

3+ At least you are honest. Consider coaching support to heighten your awareness and develop strategies for mitigating ineffective leadership behaviors.

Written By: Morgan Gabrielle, RN, BSN, CCRN, Manager of Client & Coach Services, Healthcare Sector, Paragon Leadership