Bad Boss PTSD

Toxic bosses leave a mark.

More than once, I've taken over the leadership of organization that previously had a leader who left a lot of damage in their wake.

As much as people are happy to turn the page, bad bosses leave a long shadow, sometimes affecting performance for years in an employee.

In this video I walk you through a conversation you can have with an employee who is still affected from a previous leader, whether it's within your organization or from a different employer.

The conversation will jump start a healing process for them and help them grow in their trust for you the leader.

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Summary Points to the Video:

• Bad boss PTSD is a real issue that can affect an employee's performance.
• Employees who have experienced a toxic or unhealthy workplace may bring emotional baggage to their new workplace as a protective mechanism.
• Leaders can help their employees recover by creating a safe space for them to share their experiences and validating their feelings.
• Leaders should also clearly outline their values and commitments to their employees and ask how they can help them overcome their negative experiences.
• This conversation can set the foundation for future coaching conversations and help the employee feel more comfortable and committed to the new workplace.