In the workplace we may hear a statement joke or remark that is unkind or inappropriate. Often the speaker might appear to do so in a way that is not intended to offend but comes from other experiences or lack of awareness as to how they may be received.
It is up to you as a manager to set the tone for how these comments are countered in order to create an inclusive environment.
Choose one of the statements below (clearly identify in your work which statement you chose).
In a 2-3 page paper suggest some ways in which you would professionally respond if you heard the comment by your subordinate in the employee lounge. Include how you might approach the employee (immediately privately etc.). Provide specific comments that you might use in your discussion and consider how the individual might defend their actions. What further conversation might this lead to?
Explain the ethical and legal (if any) implications if statements such as the one you chose would continue. What might be lost in your workplace if the statements are allowed? Include at least one resource you could use to help your conversation. Identify whether there is a legal guideline to share with your employee.
Rubric:
Include how you might approach the employee 30 Provide specific comments that you might use in your discussion and consider how the individual might defend their actions-what further conversation might this lead to? 35 Discuss the ethical implications if statements such as the one you chose would continue. What might be lost in your workplace if the statements are allowed? 35 Total 100
Responding to intolerance
March 18th, 2019 admin