Soothe the Savages


Successful Leaders Aren't Bullies https://share.google/UVJzTRIykoD3qtaUg  

"hath charms to soothe a savage breast." - William Congreve 

(and an organization / a workplace / a boss / a partner / yourself / a team)   

"What are we? Humans? Or animals? Or savages?" -William Golding

When a person behaves in a certain way, either positive or negative, it is because they are willing, able, and allowed. People change behaviors for two reasons: to experience pleasure, and to avoid pain. Bullies create environments where people keep secrets to avoid pain.

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