As HR professionals, and really as people, we opt to be nice and polite when dealing with anything in the workplace. But what happens when that blanket “agreeable”-ness produces a stagnant and stale environment instead of something productive? When the status quo becomes more harm than good, how can you break the mold?
On today’s throwback to one of our favorite HR Works conversations, we’re looking back at parts one and two of our talk with Amira Barger, Professor, Global Comms Executive, and Author of the upcoming book “The Price of Nice.” Barger breaks down what it means to be “nice” in the workplace, the dangers of arbitrarily upholding the status quo, and what it means to be genuine, and effective.
Check out both episodes below!
Part One: HR Works Video Podcast: What is the Price of “Nice”? Pt. 1 – HR Daily Advisor
Part Two: HR Works Video Podcast: What is the Price of “Nice”? Pt. 2 – HR Daily Advisor