Fear is insidious. It changes how we see the world and how we treat others. Here are 5 important reasons why fear has no place in our workplaces, our families or our communities:
5 Reasons Fear Has No Place in Leadership
- Fear creates a dampening field that blocks positive interpersonal behavior including respect and care
- Fear-inducing relationships are damaging to human health
- When they are fearful, people spend time trying to protect themselves rather than reaching for their potential, and that reduces job satisfaction and productivity
- The damaged job satisfaction and productivity that are common in fear-based relationships translate into damaged organizational results
- Fear leads to unethical choices about people who are not like us