Most managers aren’t aware they’re leading with fear, writes Hailey Mensik. Sharing the results from a leadership survey that indicates a third of corporate leaders are primarily motivated by fear. This creates less efficient and less psychologically safe work environments that cost nearly $36 billion annually in lost productivity.
Source: DIGIDAY, November 8, 2023. Link. Fear drives vigilance and can be a good motivator in some cases but it isn’t sustainable long-term.
Fear-based leaders lose an estimated 10 hours a week in productivity for their companies.”
INSIGHTS: Consider this as food for thought as year-end reviews and staffing decisions are being made.