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Business Insider Gregg Stebben spoke to Bill about Work Advice: I’m Afraid Seeking A Mentor Will Expose My Lack Of Skills - A good workplace doesn’t punish workers for seeking guidance they need to do a better job
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In my mind, the two most important words here are "I'm afraid..."
...so this week, let's talk about the high cost of fear in the workplace:
5 QUESTIONS THAT ARE DISCUSSED
1.
In this Washington Post story an employee says,
"I’m AFRAID seeking a mentor will expose my lack of skills."
Why do you see this person's fear as significant?
2.
Is it common for employees to be afraid of being "caught" or "found out"...
...for not knowing something at work?
3.
If we experience this kind of fear at work...
...how do we know if it's US or the BOSS or the COMPANY that is the source of that fear?
4.
If I am a small-business owner or manager...
...should I be concerned that my employees are afraid to ask for the help they need?
5.
Last question:
Do you think fear is ever an effective means of building a team or motivating people?