What’s the secret to preventing a culture of entitlement in your workplace?
According to leadership expert Don Harkey, the key is balance: challenge employees AND be nice. These two approaches are not mutually exclusive, and finding the right mix is essential for building a productive and engaged workforce.
In this video, Mason Duchatschek and Don Harkey discuss how coddling employees without challenging them leads to entitlement and lower productivity. They share actionable strategies for setting clear expectations, fostering accountability, and creating a workplace culture that rewards effort and growth.
Key Takeaways
-The Danger of Coddling – Understand how over-coddling employees can lead to entitlement and reduced performance.
-Balancing Kindness with Challenges – Discover why being nice doesn’t mean lowering standards or avoiding difficult conversations.
-Creating a Culture of Accountability – Explore strategies to hold employees accountable without sacrificing morale.
-Avoiding Predictable Pitfalls – Gain insights into how to avoid the trap of entitlement in your organization.
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Full Video on YouTube: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vn2hA6zVprE
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Subscribe now & discover the world of Workforce Alchemy. Visit our website & take the challenge! Mason Duchatschek is an Amazon.com #1 bestselling author of numerous books, and his ideas have been featured in Selling Power, Entrepreneur, and the New York Times.
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