Never Criticize Someone Who Is Not Present

There is a common behavior that undermines cultures, erodes trust, and hinders performance within companies and teams. It happens more often than you think. Have you engaged in this behavior? Have you been on the receiving end of it? What is it?

It's simple: never criticize someone who isn't present. If you don't have something positive or constructive to say, refrain from speaking. This doesn't mean eliminating candor or withholding important information that could help the team succeed. It means avoiding gossip, backbiting, and criticizing employees or teammates behind their backs. Instead, address complaints or constructive feedback directly with the person involved. Be authentic. Be an ambassador of goodness and character! Choose to be a builder, not a destroyer.
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