Power Implications and Off-Duty Conduct

What employees do outside of work can still affect workplace culture and compliance. Off-duty conduct that misuses power or undermines respect can damage trust and put organizations at risk. This microlesson provides skills training to help employees understand expectations for off-duty behavior and the impact it can have on colleagues and culture.

Microlesson Description

By definition, the title of manager comes with authority. Sometimes managers forget that "they're the boss" - but employees rarely do. That makes it hard for employees to say "no" to a manager - even in casual situations. This microlesson illustrates the power dynamics that carry over into after-hours work functions and explains that certain requests from managers can lead to a harassment situation.

Key Concepts

• Managers want great relationships within their teams, but they can't forget the authority that comes with their positions.
• If a manager forgets the power dynamic, they risk creating situations that feel awkward and even toxic.
• If intentions or communications get confused - people can feel coerced, harassed or threatened.

Microlesson Features

• Employee sentiment pulsing questions that provide leaders with insights into their workforce's core cultural competencies
• Emtrain's Expert Answers tool, enabling employeees to submit anonymous questions about sensitive issues.

• Rich, contemporary video scences illustrating key concepts through realistic scenarios
• A data driven, skill-based approach to eLearning that establishes a shared language for employees.

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