A recent article published in a mainstream newspaper talks about the failure of a developing country's president to inspire and motivate. In fact, this president's abrasive behavior has alienated both friends and foes. (You may wonder how the foes were 'alienated'... but that's besides the point) A reluctance to deal with him directly has shrunk his adviser base and reduced his effectiveness. It is safe to predict that his days in power are probably numbered.
Strategy Execution is not just about market share, innovation, EPS and cost control. Its also about quality of life. An increased governance on toxic behavior may unleash productivity and creativity to take people closer to reaching their potential. This will directly translate into abundance for all.
Toxic and abusive behavior is being tolerated over and over again in organizations all over the world. Toxic behavior has been researched and their negative impacts well documented, yet there seems to be a reluctance to address it directly and effectively.
This reluctance may be a function of leaders not knowing how to control toxic behavior and not having the courage to admit it and ask for help. I think it may be a case of 'learned helplessness'.
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