Workplace Bullying – A Failure of Leadership with Catherine Mattice
Release Date: 12/11/2023
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info_outlineWorkplace bullying and toxic cultures pack a powerful punch, leaving individuals and organizations grappling with its repercussions—drained morale, stifled creativity, and a work environment overshadowed by fear. It's not just personal; it's a direct hit on innovation and productivity, challenging the very essence of a thriving workplace.
Catherine Mattice is the Founder and CEO of Civility Partners, a renowned expert on workplace dynamics, and the author of three insightful books. Catherine is also a captivating TedX speaker and the mastermind behind a LinkedIn Learning Course that addresses toxic cultures and workplace bullies.
Join us as Catherine delves into the concept that each of us is constantly operating in Fight or Flight mode within the workplace. The key lies in understanding why this happens and how it affects our productivity, innovation, and overall well-being. Catherine passionately shares her insights into the crucial link between respect, productivity, and employee retention. Learn how fostering a culture of respect can lead to increased productivity, a boost in innovation, and longer employee tenure.
In this episode, Catherine also explores her philosophy on the possibility of change in people, even those who may have engaged in workplace bullying. Discover why she believes in the transformative power that individuals hold and how this perspective can positively impact workplace dynamics.
But the conversation doesn't stop there. "Leader(shi*) Happens" takes a hard look at accountability, emphasizing why leaders must be held responsible for addressing and preventing workplace bullying. Catherine sheds light on the role of leadership in shaping organizational culture and how a failure in leadership can contribute to the toxic environments that foster bullying.
Tune in to this thought-provoking episode to gain valuable insights from Catherine Mattice, an expert who has dedicated her career to creating healthier, more respectful workplaces. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding of workplace dynamics and the pivotal role leaders play in cultivating a culture of respect. It's time to explore the intersections of leadership, workplace culture, and the fight against bullying on "Leader(shi*) Happens."
About Catherine:
Catherine Mattice is the founder and CEO of Civility Partners, an HR consulting firm focused specifically on helping organizations create respectful and positive workplace cultures.
Catherine is an HR disrupter and has had the pleasure of being cited in USA Today, Entrepreneur, Bloomberg, CNN, NPR, and many other national news outlets as an expert. She has 50+ courses reaching global audiences on LinkedIn Learning.
She's also an award-winning speaker, blogger, and book author. Catherine’s award-winning book, BACK OFF! Your Kick-Ass Guide to Ending Bullying at Work, was hailed by international leadership-guru, Ken Blanchard, as, “the most comprehensive and valuable handbook on the topic.”
Catherine is active in the International Association for Workplace Bullying & Harassment (IAWBH) and one of the four founding members of the National Workplace Bullying Coalition, a nonprofit organization focused on ending workplace bullying.