In Appreciation of Dignity
Many a times I ponder on how respect for 'dignity' plays a key role in making people successful. The deeper I think on this topic, two scenarios that come to my mind. 'How do you conduct yourself ' when dealing with people from different strata & culture and with colleagues at work. Alternatively, do you feel remorse about instances where your dignity was not respected? When you reflect on your experiences of interacting with different people, are there times that have left you very angry or with a feeling of deep loss?
Respecting one and all, and treating people with dignity is at the very foundation of relationships. The key to treating people with respect is to treat them as you would like to be treated. And this holds true whether these relationships are personal or professional.
In the corporate world, there will be many instances, where you are either a manager giving feedback or a subordinate receiving feedback. It would be wise to think about how these situations make you feel.
As a manager, you would always want your team members to work to their best abilities. For this to happen it is important that there is continuous feedback in a manner that does not adversely impact the self-esteem or the self-worth of the individual(s). To be successful in doing so it may be important to enquire if the employees need clarification and if they found the feedback worthwhile to be more successful in their careers. Make sure you leave your employees energized, motivated and not ashamed. Always respect the dignity of the individual.
And as an employee, if the feedback provided to you is leaving you hurt or your dignity is getting impacted – ask questions, seek examples and then with an open mind reflect over them. At no point in time feel depressed or low; instead move away from the situation if need be. You cannot let your dignity be disrespected.
I urge you to reflect on the subject.Treat people with dignity and respect. It will give you success in any relationship.
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7 å¹´Such a thought provoking post. Thank you, for sharing, DP. In action, this is driven by personal integrity.
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7 年_/\_ DP Singh Jee, you can somewhat relate to this : "I have always believed in the philosophy of ‘Fear’. The world must be afraid of you. What I mean is respectful fear. Confused? Respectful fear is the opposite of terrorised fear. When a dacoit, a goon, or a thug places a knife on your neck or points a gun to your head, this elicits terrorised fear, forced fear. This fear can also be created by designations, yelling, shouting at others, or by bullying someone in a position lower than yours. Respectful fear is private, it is admiration; it is private admiration. It is a way to keep yourself on the top; it is a way to not allow the world to disturb you, bother you or mess with you. It keeps the world at a distance. Respectful fear is a product of autonomy, it is essential, necessary, mandatory, and compulsory for life maximization." Santosh Nair, Eleven Commandments of Life Maximization
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7 å¹´Excellent thought
Former Professor and Chair, Dept. of Economics, Panjab University , Chandigarh
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7 å¹´Working with dignity and at the same time.. Treating people with dignity is least I expect whether it is professional environment or personal relationship