One of the questions that makes me want to run away. It is almost always followed by bad or horrendous news or uncomfortable questions often from someone senior or a person with power over you i.e. Human Resources. Its impact is compounded when the person hasn’t made any contact over a long period of time which no doubt led up to this conflict.
As a manager or leader, this tool can be a powerful asset to delivering good news and provide a critical turning point to boost moral.
Sadly, this opportunity is often missed.
Can I have a word? Actually; no f#@k off, in fact I’m gonna block you from all comms.
