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Covert actions by a coworker. Identification, consequences, solutions
1Davison-Crews Seminars, Lenexa, KS.
AORN Journal
|November 1, 1992
Summary
Open communication deters workplace sabotage by discouraging unethical behavior and gossip. Supporting directness and confronting issues openly are key strategies for managers and employees to prevent deceit and maintain integrity.
Area of Science:
- Organizational Behavior
- Workplace Ethics
Background:
- Sabotage and unethical behavior can undermine organizational integrity.
- The presence of covert communication channels can facilitate such detrimental actions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the impact of overt communication on deterring workplace sabotage.
- To explore strategies for fostering an environment that discourages deceitful practices.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis of communication dynamics in organizational settings.
- Examination of the relationship between open communication and the prevalence of sabotage.
Main Results:
- Overt communication acts as a significant deterrent to saboteurs.
- Direct communication and open dialogue make it difficult for unethical behavior to thrive.
- Support for directness and discouraging gossip are crucial for prevention.
Conclusions:
- Establishing and supporting overt communication channels is essential for preventing workplace sabotage.
- Managers and employees play a vital role in fostering a culture of directness and integrity.
- Resisting the urge to engage with or encourage gossip disrupts the effectiveness of saboteurs.