Hey there.
Welcome to the team. We're all very happy to have you.
Hi, that's great.
I'm happy to be here.
So, we get a bunch of shapes coming and going around these parts.
Are you the new outline everyone's been talking about?
I suppose, why do you ask?
Oh, it's nothing. It's just-
I knew you'd be straight edged, but I had no idea how sharp you'd be.
Though you seem to be missing
a corner or two.
Uh, what?
I don't mean anything by it.
There's just but a few other triangles like you before that have been a little,
dull, if you know what I mean.
Don't get me wrong.
We're pals, and I'm sure you're different,
but it's just refreshing to see one that gets right to the point.
You know what I mean?
Actually, I don't know.
Are you trying to say that other triangles are too obtuse for your team?
No, no, no, I just mean most shapes, like
you tend to be a little, rough around the edges.
I didn't mean anything by it.
Uh huh.
I suppose we could always
circle back to that topic.
What did you just see here?
What was this interaction all about?
This demonstration relays the concept of subtle discrimination.
Subtle discrimination can take the form of a verbal slight,
a minor derogatory statement, a put down or slur,
and be so innocuous
that it might not even be easy to identify.
Subtle discrimination can be targeted towards someone for a variety of reasons
their physical characteristics weight, height,
look or stature, perceived worth or value,
or any of the typical “protective” categories
race, sex, religion,
ethnicity, color, etc.
Those familiar with the activity Star Power
might recognize some of the common players in this video.
Like other types of discrimination, a power disparity
typically exists between the participants for it to occur.
This power imbalance can occur for many reasons
to include being a majority or minority member of the organization,
being a long term or new to the organization
based on rank or position, or for being a member
of an in-group or outgroup.
Regardless for the reasons behind it.
This type of behavior
can have a detrimental effect upon the organization's cohesion
and effectiveness, and negatively impact the trust between individuals.
Leaders should be aware of this concept
and its effects upon the unit members,
and the overall team's mission.