The First Radical Respect Framework

Each challenge in the workplace requires a different solution: An “I” statement challenges bias by inviting the person to consider your perspective; an “It” statement draws a clear boundary of which the other person should not cross and is a good response to prejudice. “You” statements push the other person away, so it’s often an effective response to bullying. 

Do you want to charge into your next meeting and start flinging around “I,” “It,” or “You” statements? Probably not! In an ideal world, leaders would get the ball rolling. But this world is far from ideal. No matter our role, we can all play a part in disrupting bias, prejudice and bullying. As this kind of disruption becomes part of the culture, it will get easier to speak up in a way that improves our relationships and our results. 

To get some perspective on these solutions, Wesley Faulkner and I discuss this passage with our guest Christa Quarles. You can listen wherever you get your podcasts, or here: https://www.justworktogether.com/podcast-season-2