The Bully
The bully is one of your brightest employees, but she can be brutal in her critique of other people’s ideas. As a result, some of your workers have stopped talking during meetings when she is present.
On managing the bully
Take her aside. Say something such as, “I understand meetings can be frustratingly inefficient, and we need to find ways to maximize that time. "That said, my observation is people often feel brutalized by your searing critiques of ideas that you deem less than stellar. You potentially add a lot of value to this organization. But a meeting is a team exercise. People need to feel free to speak or we risk losing their valuable thoughts. "You’re also alienating people, sacrificing their willingness to execute a great idea you have. There are far more deft ways of getting people to work with you, rather than against you. "First off, eliminate the brutal criticism and replace it with openness to fast-paced, constructive brainstorming. And acknowledge that team members are trying.”
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