Comments on: Four Reasons to Use the “F” Word at Work https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/ A Forum to Discuss Leadership and Management Issues Sun, 13 Nov 2016 04:50:52 +0000 hourly 1 By: ramakrishnan6002 https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/#comment-59743 Sun, 13 Nov 2016 04:50:52 +0000 http://leaderchat.org/?p=4156#comment-59743 Reblogged this on Gr8fullsoul.

]]> By: billbroc https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/#comment-11410 Wed, 26 Jun 2013 02:44:28 +0000 http://leaderchat.org/?p=4156#comment-11410 Reblogged this on News & Notes on LEADERSHIP for LEARNING.

]]> By: donnajh https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/#comment-10946 Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:20:51 +0000 http://leaderchat.org/?p=4156#comment-10946 In reply to Rod J.

To have true respect for ones employees or employers one must at least acknowledge their feelings.

]]> By: wercsite https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/#comment-10130 Fri, 07 Jun 2013 04:29:17 +0000 http://leaderchat.org/?p=4156#comment-10130 Reblogged this on WERC News and commented:
There are limits, but I agree!

]]> By: Rod J https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/#comment-10072 Mon, 03 Jun 2013 12:22:11 +0000 http://leaderchat.org/?p=4156#comment-10072 Are we dumbing down the organization by enabling the “f” word to become acceptable vernacular. How does this interface with organizational values like respect? It seems to me there are so many other options available to achieve the same outcome of letting people know how you feel without going down that rabbit hole.

Just my thoughts.

]]> By: Randy Conley https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/#comment-10030 Fri, 31 May 2013 17:45:07 +0000 http://leaderchat.org/?p=4156#comment-10030 In reply to Marianna Sidiropoulou.

You’re right on Marianna. Acknowledging and expressing feelings in the workplace is pretty useless unless you understand them. Thanks for taking the time to add your insights.

Take care,

Randy

]]> By: Randy Conley https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/#comment-10029 Fri, 31 May 2013 17:44:02 +0000 http://leaderchat.org/?p=4156#comment-10029 In reply to Michael Humphrey.

Thanks for your comments Michael. This particular “F” word – feelings – is indeed offensive to many people!

I’m glad you enjoyed the post!

Best regards,

Randy

]]> By: Marianna Sidiropoulou https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/#comment-10025 Fri, 31 May 2013 17:08:14 +0000 http://leaderchat.org/?p=4156#comment-10025 I think expressing one’s feelings is very important, but even more important is understanding them. I really liked the “f”word title-very catchy, which means all people clicking on this one have often had the fantasy of using the original “f” word at their workplace! Handling feelings whether your own or others’ is an art as is being true to oneself without alienating yourself.

]]> By: Michael Humphrey https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/#comment-10019 Fri, 31 May 2013 03:21:40 +0000 http://leaderchat.org/?p=4156#comment-10019 I understand your rational Randy however I would beg to differ. Using the “f” word could offend some team members and erode trust and integrity within a group or between two team members. I wouldn’t want to test to find out so I argue it is best to reduce the risk and find another key word that may not be offensive to someone. Good topic and great post Randy!

]]> By: civispm https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/#comment-10017 Fri, 31 May 2013 00:52:24 +0000 http://leaderchat.org/?p=4156#comment-10017 Great thoughts for anyone who aspires to inspire.

]]> By: Randy Conley https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/#comment-10011 Thu, 30 May 2013 20:05:44 +0000 http://leaderchat.org/?p=4156#comment-10011 In reply to regulartom.

Hi Tom. I glad you found this helpful. Work and life are so integrated these days that it seems naïve to think we can totally separate the two. Leaders have to be skilled in handling both the technical and people side of managing others.

Take care,

Randy

]]> By: Randy Conley https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/#comment-10010 Thu, 30 May 2013 20:04:10 +0000 http://leaderchat.org/?p=4156#comment-10010 In reply to Ray Wheeler, DMin.

Thanks for your comments Ray. It’s great to hear of your first-hand experience of culture transformation through the recognition of the emotional side of work.

Best wishes,

Randy

]]> By: regulartom https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/#comment-10009 Thu, 30 May 2013 19:40:55 +0000 http://leaderchat.org/?p=4156#comment-10009 I am so happy someone came out and said all the things you have written. The cobcept that people leave their feelings at the door is over, and probably should never excited.
Number 1 we are humans whose lives have been taken over by work. Obviously business is important and work neccesary. It is not however life. Engage with,be interested in and care about your people and they will do wonders.

]]> By: Ray Wheeler, DMin https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/#comment-10004 Thu, 30 May 2013 18:28:49 +0000 http://leaderchat.org/?p=4156#comment-10004 Feelings change the “rules of engagement” in company interactions. They introduce vulnerability instead of competitiveness in communication and I have seen this kind of vulnerability (modeled from the top of our organization) deeply alter the course of our corporate culture from a cover your backside, petty, excuse making, blame shifting poorly performing company toward a responsible, accountable, vision casting quest for excellence. There are still burps of regression along the way but wow, a little honesty about feelings seems to have gone a long way.

]]> By: Randy Conley https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/#comment-10002 Thu, 30 May 2013 15:28:03 +0000 http://leaderchat.org/?p=4156#comment-10002 In reply to angiecentra.

You make an excellent point Angie. Emotions have to be shared and dealt with in reasonable and appropriate ways in the workplace. I’m not suggesting the workplace become a counseling center, but I do believe leaders have to take into account the role feelings and emotions play as they manage their people.

Thanks for sharing your insights,

Randy

]]> By: Randy Conley https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/#comment-10001 Thu, 30 May 2013 15:26:39 +0000 http://leaderchat.org/?p=4156#comment-10001 In reply to Fran Garfinkel Bates.

I agree! Fun is a critical element for a healthy workplace culture. We spend 2/3 of our waking hours and work and making it more fun does us all good.

Thanks for commenting Fran.

Randy

]]> By: Fran Garfinkel Bates https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/#comment-9997 Thu, 30 May 2013 14:17:34 +0000 http://leaderchat.org/?p=4156#comment-9997 Another F word leaders need to use more is Fun! Fun at work leads to a rise in productivity and joy, when you have fun you’re more likely to share your feelings and they will be more positive.

]]> By: angiecentra https://leaderchat.org/2013/05/30/four-reasons-to-use-the-f-word-at-work/#comment-9994 Thu, 30 May 2013 12:40:17 +0000 http://leaderchat.org/?p=4156#comment-9994 I often find that if you reveal your emotions, or feelings people tend to view you as overly emotional, just from one interaction…. Yet many times our feelings about projects, or how we are interacting with others colleagues or customers greatly determines outcomes of those projects….

I for one never reveal my emotions to my superiors, for the simple fact as a woman, i would be dismissed as just being emotional…

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