The Black Book of the
Rogue Manager
Quote
Were man but constant, he were perfect. That one error fills him with faults, makes him run through all the sins.
William Shakespeare
INDEX
19. Financial delinquency
2. Quote
22. Conclusion
3. Index
4. Physical violence
23. Thanks
7. Sexual harassment
10. Moral harassment
13. Xenophobia
16. Sexism and sexist or sexual abuse
PHYSICAL VIOLENCE
Context
Your team member insulted you because they found you unbearable. You are under pressure, having been travelling continuously for eight days, and you slap them...
PHYSICAL VIOLENCE
What you risk
This action may result in legal penalties, which vary depending on the country.
PHYSICAL VIOLENCE
Tip#1
Tip#2
Tip#3
To manage, you must keep your cool in all circumstances and take a step back.
Knowing how to manage your stress level. Taking breaks. Seeking help if experiencing signs of burnout.
At the slightest doubt about such a situation, you must alert your line manager or the HR department.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT
Context
Your team member haunts you. Every morning, you send them an email asking them to give in to your charms...
SEXUAL HARASSMENT
What you risk
This action may result in legal penalties, which vary depending on the country.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT
Tip#1
Tip#2
Tip#3
Keep your distance. A colleague is not prey… If you are their line manager, it is an aggravating circumstance.
Do not confuse your professional environment with your personal life.
At the slightest doubt about such a situation, you must alert your line manager or the HR department.
MORAL HARASSMENT
Context
You remind a member of your team that they have not met their objectives. You say it in front of witnesses, twice a day. You repeat it, lamenting it three to four times a week by email. You insist. You insist. You insist…
MORAL HARASSMENT
What you risk
This action may result in legal penalties, which vary depending on the country.
MORAL HARASSMENT
Tip#1
Tip#2
Tip#3
Put into practice a caring management approach focused on best practices in this area.
Being able to objectively assess your team members’ workload.
At the slightest doubt about such a situation, you must alert your line manager or the HR department.
XENOPHOBIA
Context
You remind a team member of foreign origin that in your department, people should not work “like back home.” You keep making ambiguous “jokes” on the subject, which, in fact, only you find funny…
XENOPHOBIA
What you risk
This action may result in legal penalties, which vary depending on the country.
XENOPHOBIA
Tip#1
Tip#2
Tip#3
Show openness, and reject clichés and stereotypes that have no place in the workplace.
Take advantage of the richness brought by team members from backgrounds or origins different from your own.
At the slightest doubt about such a situation, you must alert your line manager or the HR department.
SEXISM AND SEXIST OR SEXUAL ABUSE
Context
Maria did not fully understand your instructions and mixed up some appointments. You exclaim loudly in front of all her colleagues… “Typical, she’s a woman!”
SEXISM AND SEXIST OR SEXUAL ABUSE
What you risk
This action may result in legal penalties, which vary depending on the country.
SEXISM AND SEXIST OR SEXUAL ABUSE
Tip#1
Tip#2
Tip#3
Show openness, and reject clichés and stereotypes that have no place in the workplace.
Tip #1 also applies to LGBT people. All men and women are born free and equal in rights.
At the slightest doubt about such a situation, you must alert your line manager or the HR department.
FINANCIAL DELINQUENCY
Context
Marc, a company director, uses the company credit card to pay for luxury trips unrelated to the business and to shower his family members with gifts.
FINANCIAL DELINQUENCY
What you risk
This action may result in legal penalties, which vary depending on the country.
FINANCIAL DELINQUENCY
Tip#1
Tip#2
Tip#3
A manager must distinguish between company assets and personal property. They must set an example.
As a manager, it is your responsibility to ensure that no member of your team commits this type of offence.
At the slightest doubt about such a situation, you must alert your line manager or the HR department.
VERSUS
Rogue Manager
Caring Manager
Narrow-minded
Lacks perspective
Reacts impulsively
Loses temper easily
Low adaptability
Excessive ego
Prisoner of emotions
Open and tolerant mindset
Analytical thinking
Ability to take a step back
Able to put things into perspective
Adaptable to their environment
Listening and empathy
Clear-sighted before making decisions
Thanks
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Transcript
The Black Book of the
Rogue Manager
Quote
Were man but constant, he were perfect. That one error fills him with faults, makes him run through all the sins.
William Shakespeare
INDEX
19. Financial delinquency
2. Quote
22. Conclusion
3. Index
4. Physical violence
23. Thanks
7. Sexual harassment
10. Moral harassment
13. Xenophobia
16. Sexism and sexist or sexual abuse
PHYSICAL VIOLENCE
Context
Your team member insulted you because they found you unbearable. You are under pressure, having been travelling continuously for eight days, and you slap them...
PHYSICAL VIOLENCE
What you risk
This action may result in legal penalties, which vary depending on the country.
PHYSICAL VIOLENCE
Tip#1
Tip#2
Tip#3
To manage, you must keep your cool in all circumstances and take a step back.
Knowing how to manage your stress level. Taking breaks. Seeking help if experiencing signs of burnout.
At the slightest doubt about such a situation, you must alert your line manager or the HR department.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT
Context
Your team member haunts you. Every morning, you send them an email asking them to give in to your charms...
SEXUAL HARASSMENT
What you risk
This action may result in legal penalties, which vary depending on the country.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT
Tip#1
Tip#2
Tip#3
Keep your distance. A colleague is not prey… If you are their line manager, it is an aggravating circumstance.
Do not confuse your professional environment with your personal life.
At the slightest doubt about such a situation, you must alert your line manager or the HR department.
MORAL HARASSMENT
Context
You remind a member of your team that they have not met their objectives. You say it in front of witnesses, twice a day. You repeat it, lamenting it three to four times a week by email. You insist. You insist. You insist…
MORAL HARASSMENT
What you risk
This action may result in legal penalties, which vary depending on the country.
MORAL HARASSMENT
Tip#1
Tip#2
Tip#3
Put into practice a caring management approach focused on best practices in this area.
Being able to objectively assess your team members’ workload.
At the slightest doubt about such a situation, you must alert your line manager or the HR department.
XENOPHOBIA
Context
You remind a team member of foreign origin that in your department, people should not work “like back home.” You keep making ambiguous “jokes” on the subject, which, in fact, only you find funny…
XENOPHOBIA
What you risk
This action may result in legal penalties, which vary depending on the country.
XENOPHOBIA
Tip#1
Tip#2
Tip#3
Show openness, and reject clichés and stereotypes that have no place in the workplace.
Take advantage of the richness brought by team members from backgrounds or origins different from your own.
At the slightest doubt about such a situation, you must alert your line manager or the HR department.
SEXISM AND SEXIST OR SEXUAL ABUSE
Context
Maria did not fully understand your instructions and mixed up some appointments. You exclaim loudly in front of all her colleagues… “Typical, she’s a woman!”
SEXISM AND SEXIST OR SEXUAL ABUSE
What you risk
This action may result in legal penalties, which vary depending on the country.
SEXISM AND SEXIST OR SEXUAL ABUSE
Tip#1
Tip#2
Tip#3
Show openness, and reject clichés and stereotypes that have no place in the workplace.
Tip #1 also applies to LGBT people. All men and women are born free and equal in rights.
At the slightest doubt about such a situation, you must alert your line manager or the HR department.
FINANCIAL DELINQUENCY
Context
Marc, a company director, uses the company credit card to pay for luxury trips unrelated to the business and to shower his family members with gifts.
FINANCIAL DELINQUENCY
What you risk
This action may result in legal penalties, which vary depending on the country.
FINANCIAL DELINQUENCY
Tip#1
Tip#2
Tip#3
A manager must distinguish between company assets and personal property. They must set an example.
As a manager, it is your responsibility to ensure that no member of your team commits this type of offence.
At the slightest doubt about such a situation, you must alert your line manager or the HR department.
VERSUS
Rogue Manager
Caring Manager
Narrow-minded Lacks perspective Reacts impulsively Loses temper easily Low adaptability Excessive ego Prisoner of emotions
Open and tolerant mindset Analytical thinking Ability to take a step back Able to put things into perspective Adaptable to their environment Listening and empathy Clear-sighted before making decisions
Thanks