Last week when I attended Jeff Zaslow’s funeral, he was often referred to by family, friends and associates as a true “mensch”. This led me to think about a dilemma many people experience as they struggle to succeed in the workplace, whether to be macho or to be a mensch.
To be tough and competitive (macho) or kind and thoughtful (mensch)?
To win at all costs (macho) or to do the right thing no matter what the cost (mensch)?
These are the challenges facing young leaders (male and female) in today’s corporate environment.
Here’s are some questions to ask yourself about which type of environment you are creating.
1. As a leader, are you doing all you can do to create an environment where you and your employees can act like mensches?
2. To what extent do you require your employees to be “macho”, tough, never showing vulnerability, and working as hard as necessary, no matter what the cost to themselves and their families?
3. Have you been able to find a balance between the two which works for your organization?
I’m interested in hearing your thoughts on the “macho or mensch” dilemma. Please join the conversation here or on my Facebook page.
Coach Rob
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