Matt Paknis Leadership Development

"To those who abuse: the sin is yours, the crime is yours, and the shame is yours. To those who protect the perpetrators: blaming the victims only masks the evil within, making you as guilty as those who abuse. Stand up for the innocent or go down with the rest." - Flora Jesso #leadersarentbullies #healthyworkplaces   #leaderselevatethoughtandconduct #stepup #DignityAtWorkAct In many interpersonal conflicts, both parties are accountable for the rift. This is not true with bullying and abuse. The perpetrator is always responsible. Successful leaders’ make certain bullying is not permitted in their organizations; their cultures do not tolerate abuse.

"For good ideas and true innovation, you need respectful human interaction: conflict, argument, debate." - Margaret Heffernan "Respect for ourselves guides our morals, respect for others guides our manners." - Laurence Sterne #leadersarentbullies #healthyworkplaces #leaderselevatethoughtandconduct #stepup #DignityAtWorkAct

"We look for personal characteristics to predict success, like  perseverance in facing challenges. We look for the ability to influence and motivate others with shared values, strong problem-solving ability, and leadership." - Wendy Kopp #leadersarentbullies #healthyworkplaces #leaderselevatethoughtandconduct #stepup #DignityAtWorkAct Separate people from the problem. Identify, define, and address the problem with the approach both parties desire. Do not attack the other  person. Manage the problem.

Our Civil Canadian Northern Neighbors are outpacing the USA and OSHA in acknowledging and addressing workplace bullying. Well done, eh! https://www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/psychosocial/bullying.html

 "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. " - Margaret Mead #leadersarentbullies #healthyworkplaces #leaderselevatethoughtandconduct #stepup #DignityAtWorkAct

"The greatness of a (person) is not in how much wealth (they) acquire, but in (their) integrity and (their) ability to affect those around (them) positively." - Bob Marley #healthyworkplaces #stepup #leaderselevatethoughtandconduct #DignityAtWorkAct Leaders build trust. They make vulnerable workers feel safe. They generate a positive spark and cycle of effectiveness. They shed light on bullying with transparency and self-awareness. They have integrity. #LeadersArentBullies