Command and Control

Have you ever had to tell your boss that they’re wrong? It’s usually not something people look forward to. But if our business organizations function democratically, then high-level executives are like “elected representatives.” They should hear the collective voice of “the people” (all the employees). How often does this happen in corporate culture?

Our survey this year reveals a generally positive perception in this area. Over 70% of respondents answered positively.

Remember when Sam said the following? “I don’t need people asking “What about this? What about that?” I know what I’m doing!”

You could imagine a lot more than 3% of people at his company answering this question with a ‘never.’

What’s the point of hiring talented people if you don’t use their talent? In terms of impact on business, how do you expect to keep that talent if you don’t let them challenge the opinions of people above them?

Sam doesn’t have to be this way. It’s possible to make permanent, lasting, effective changes to his business behavior.