Small signs of respect between people go a long way in establishing a positive and mutually influential relationship. This is especially true in new relationships where the values and character of the other party are largely unknown.
I think showing respect in a relationship that is being observed by others also sets the tone of the behaviours rewarded and celebrated in organisations too. And as organisational leaders, we're being observed all of the time. The behaviours that are modelled and rewarded become the culture of an organisation, so modelling respect between individuals is a really effective way of setting the cultural tone and norms. Thought provoking article!
It’s our preferred approach in leadership development as well. Identification of the best leader’s behaviors - not principles, not values, not bromides, not mindsets - is the most effective thing to emulate and create personal growth.
The art of conversation has definitely taken a hit, in the technology age. Eye contact is a very big issue with many younger people entering the workforce. Growing up they communicated mainly through text and social media, so looking at someone in conversation seems to be uncomfortable to them. This was the first "test" someone had to pass, when I did interviews for my staff. If they could not make eye contact with me during an interview, they did not move on in the process.
I think showing respect in a relationship that is being observed by others also sets the tone of the behaviours rewarded and celebrated in organisations too. And as organisational leaders, we're being observed all of the time. The behaviours that are modelled and rewarded become the culture of an organisation, so modelling respect between individuals is a really effective way of setting the cultural tone and norms. Thought provoking article!
Absolutely, Dr. Thomas.
It’s our preferred approach in leadership development as well. Identification of the best leader’s behaviors - not principles, not values, not bromides, not mindsets - is the most effective thing to emulate and create personal growth.
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The art of conversation has definitely taken a hit, in the technology age. Eye contact is a very big issue with many younger people entering the workforce. Growing up they communicated mainly through text and social media, so looking at someone in conversation seems to be uncomfortable to them. This was the first "test" someone had to pass, when I did interviews for my staff. If they could not make eye contact with me during an interview, they did not move on in the process.