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Blueprint for Managing Abrasive Leaders Effectively

By Bonnie Artman Fox / February 6, 2025
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Is Your Top Performer’s Abrasive Behavior Quietly Costing You Great Employees? High-performing employees drive results, but when their behavior is abrasive, the cost to morale, engagement, and retention is undeniable. Many leaders hesitate to address the issue, after all, these individuals bring in revenue, lead projects, and deliver results. But at what cost? When employees…

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3 Motivators to Turn Around Abrasive Behavior and Improve Your Leadership Credibility

By Bonnie Artman Fox / October 17, 2024
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To effectively turn around abrasive behavior, leaders must develop self-awareness and be open to feedback. In this post, you’ll discover how one COO recognized her abrasive leadership style, took action to change, and replaced harsh tactics with respect and interpersonal skills, ultimately transforming her leadership credibility. It was a comment I never thought I’d hear,…

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Setting Boundaries with an Abrasive Boss: A Story of Courage and Change

By Bonnie Artman Fox / October 1, 2024
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Setting boundaries with an abrasive boss is essential for maintaining your self-worth, as illustrated by the story of Anna, a client who bravely navigated the challenges of an unpredictable work environment. Anna worked with a leader whose behavior became increasingly unpredictable and abrasive.  One day, everything seemed fine; the next, Anna was walking on eggshells,…

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5 key considerations when setting boundaries and addressing abrasive behavior

By Bonnie Artman Fox / August 15, 2024
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Addressing abrasive behavior in the workplace is crucial for fostering a respectful, productive environment. Tell me, have you ever overheard a conversation like this at work? “I wouldn’t go in there if I were you.” — “What do you mean?” “He’s in one of those moods.” — “The wrath of Jim mood?” “Yes.” — “Thanks…

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How to Walk Your Talk to Be Both a Smart and Healthy Leader

By Bonnie Artman Fox / August 8, 2024
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Walk your talk is one of my core values. It is a privilege to work with executive leaders, helping them lead themselves effectively so they can, in turn, lead their teams and organizations with excellence. I hold this responsibility in high regard. That’s why having an inner circle of like-minded colleagues who also value “Walking…

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5 tips to use curiosity to improve interpersonal skills

By Bonnie Artman Fox / August 1, 2024
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We have two options when faced with a problem or personnel issue.  We can either resolve it and figure out why it’s happening in the first place or ignore it, hoping it will go away on it’s own. The later usually leads to bigger problems down the road. The better way is to use curiosity…

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The Impact of Abrasive Behavior on Employee Well-being

By Bonnie Artman Fox / July 18, 2024
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Addressing the impact of abrasive behavior of top-performing talent often takes a backseat. As an executive leader, the complexity of balancing outstanding results with a harmonious work environment can leave you wondering “Do I prioritize operational excellence over interpersonal harmony?” 4 Facts About Abrasive Behavior Leaders Should Know 1. Decreased Ability to Be Productive “Why…

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Managing Abrasive Behavior: A Blueprint for Success

By Bonnie Artman Fox / June 27, 2024
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Leaders often face the challenge of managing abrasive leadership, where high-performing executives with abrasive behavior create workplace tension. Finding the right balance between productivity and a harmonious environment is crucial for effective leadership, leaving you to wonder… “Do I prioritize operational excellence over interpersonal harmony?” This week, we’re focusing on a critical aspect of leadership:…

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