Thats for damn sure. Theres more lying filth in this pen than state institutions for the criminally insane. At least they don't run around in suits. Sharks from hell, pretending to be soo concerned, talking about who is and isn't safe to talk to. Pontificating about who is and isn't, who was and wasn't healthy or happy. Go lick you wounds, liars. Still practicing that sincere and half assed "I really do care" look. Give it up. YOU aren't safe to talk to. YOU aren't healthy to be around. You should be sterilized so society can be rid of your shitty,filthy assess. You have the nerve to sit around and talk about what is and isn't appropriate behavior. You continually assert that if you are anything, "its honest." YOu are so damn warped you wouldn't know honesty if someone wrapped it up and tied a bow around it. You put on the most disgusting show, trying to convince new hires with tales about how much you really care about people, that you would help them, but you just can't make unhappy people, happy. Its enough to make a person want to run for the nearest exit. Give it a rest. You are only talking about yourselves, psychos. You've worn that shit out, so you better come up with something new. You use, abuse and exploit anyone you can. No, you did'nt shut us up or kill us off. We've organized, we shared our experiences and we are stronger because of your remorseless disgusting behavior. Too bad you are so miserable and enjoy making other people miserable. How does it feel, eating a piece of your own dirtshit pie? How do you like us now? Scared? You should be. Scared of yourself.
If your manager or any CL is doing this, you will know they are part of the problem here. They are lying and covering up some really bad behavior. Safe people do NOT gossip excessively, categorize others, or attempt to micromanage their reputations or work environment. They don't have to because they have nothing to hide. Safe people do not whitewash turnover, badmouth other CL's (past or present), form inappropriate relationships with subordinates, undermine, or create an environment where people are afraid...of everything.
To contrast, as there are few good examples of Safe in this place, here's a few pointers for what Unsafe looks like, from the book 'Safe People' by Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend: (It is really helping me navigate the murky waters in this company.)
Unsafe People:
-Think they have it all together instead of admitting their weaknesses
-Defensive instead of open to feedback
-Self-righteous instead of humble
-Only apologize (in this case whitewash) instead of changing their behavior
-Avoid working on problems
-Demand trust, instead of earning it
-Believe they are perfect instead of admitting faults
-Blame others instead of taking responsibility
-Lie instead of tell the truth
-Stagnant instead of growing
Sound like anyone you know? Everyone you know?
Bottom line, Safe people and true leaders do not shift blame, control others, lie, manipulate, undermine or hide the way these people do on a daily basis. They deal with the present, communicate effectively, resolve problems, earn trust among subordinates and peers, do not act on jealousy or insecurity, motivate, uphold accountability, and manage to the strengths of others (not just talk about it and put on a show for higher ups). Safe companies have an "open door" policy, two-way communication, behavioral standards, and do exit interviews. RB does none of this.
This may sound like pie in the sky, and no one is perfect, but I have had managers who strive for this. The ones here do just the opposite, and the resulting environment feels like a grade school nightmare. They manage with their egos, projecting their insecurities and problems on everyone around them. Abuse of power is rampant, and these sickos have a million tricks up their sleeves to cover it up. New reps will only buy this crap for so long - they are new, not stupid, save a few.
For those of you running around, speaking about who is safe, healthy or not: I know, having to grow up is scary. It's hard work to take responsibility for your actions, behave like an adult, and tell the truth. Try it though, instead of coming up with new ways to rewrite the past. Your CL's might just start to respect you a little and maybe, just maybe, your peers will learn something. You can also help cut down on the turnover and lawsuits.
Sound good?
