Today, I saw a very disturbing and most illogical post on LinkedIn. You know LinkedIn, the "facebook for professions". The post was from one individual describing a previous co-worker who has been promoted within the organization.
However, the individual showed such disdain for the former co-worker as to post "so vile, so disgusting, so sexist, so racist, so homophobic that just imagining his stupid face, makes me full of rage."
How is any of this acceptable? The author of the post, whether the previous co-worker behaved in such a manner or not is moot. The author calls out a bully in true bullying fashion. The author of this post just became the exact same thing the author accuses the former co-worker of being. Yes, I said it. I said it because I mean it.
Even with over 200 replies, most of which were positive towards the Original Poster (OP). There was one individual that questioned why the OP took the stance. There was no response. Then when pressed the OP answered with a most defensive stance and I paraphrase "it is my post and choice whom to respond and not to"
Why is this behavior among "professionals" tolerated? I know I am setting myself up for the negative comments, replies and responses. However, I do truly want to know how publicly making assumptions and accusations about others is acceptable but when there is push back or retort it is as an abomination?
Folks, let's get serious here. There is never a proper time for losing control of yourself. Losing control to the point of lowering yourself down to the level of the individuals you dislike. As a leader, you have to maintain a level of tact, decorum, and most of all, professionalism in all that you do.
Of course, in these trying times, everyone needs a bit of reminder. You are a Leader, You are a Professional, You Are A Leader & A Professional 24/7, 365 and that's non-negotiable.
Thank you,
David Guerra
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