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A unit is only as good as the effective leadership being implemented to guide it,
but things can start to react when the leadership gets toxic.
An effective leader embodies several primary ethical values.
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On the other hand, behaviors from a toxic leader might look a little different.
They display self-centered tendencies that take advantage of other’s welfare.
They lack concern or compassion for their subordinate’s well-being
and affect the organizational climate in a negative manner.
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Subordinates that are faced with a toxic leader can respond in three ways.
Reject, Collude and Conform.
Some contributing factors that develop a toxic leadership are:
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Toxic leadership doesn’t start and stop at the command level.
Its effects can be seen all throughout a unit.
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Hey what’s going on? Is everything okay?
No. He keeps ruining everything, and he always ruins my day,
He’s constantly belittling us. (Voice fades away)
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Well, listen. We’re gonna figure this out. We’re gonna figure
out how to take care of this and try to prevent this from
happening to anyone in the future.
If there’s anything you need, you can find me. Just call me or text me
or write me an email. I’ll be available.
Some key methods to combating toxic leadership can be accomplished by:
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Dealing with toxic leadership can be hazardous to a unit,
but with proper awareness and action, commanders and their subordinates
can work together to keep their workplace healthy and thriving.