"A study by OnePoll and HR software company Bambee found that 60% of U.S. workers feel too intimidated to go to their boss or manager with an issue they're having. That's significant, cosidering bosses have a disproportionate impact on employee well-being. The Workforce Institute at UKG found that a manager's influence on an employee's mental health is equal to that of an employee's spouse or partner-and greater than that of an employee's doctor and therapist."
"Similarly, when you speak in declaratives in meetings, like "This is the plan," or "That won't work," your forceful language tells the group to comply, that things are already decided. Instead, leave some thoughts unfinished to open up conversations. Rather than "We're going to move forward with X approach," say "Here's what I'm thinking, but I'm open . . ." or "I'm leaning toward this direction. What am I missing?""
Many leaders unintentionally create fear-based work environments through communication style, decision-making, or pace expectations. A majority of U.S. workers feel too intimidated to bring issues to their manager, and managers exert large influence on employee mental health. Presenting polished, finished plans and speaking in declaratives signals that input is closed and discourages feedback. Defensive reactions to disagreement further inhibit open discussion. Leaving ideas unfinished, expressing openness, and normalizing respectful disagreement can lower intimidation, invite input, and build a healthier, more collaborative team climate.
Read at Fast Company
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