We’ve probably all experienced that really bad job that drained every bit of creativity, energy, and enthusiasm we had. Perhaps
you had that overbearing boss who had unrealistic expectations or that supervisor who wouldn’t just trust you do your work. Maybe you worked in a place where suggestions or attempts to solve problems were quickly quashed or met with anger. Trust and Betrayal in the Workplace unequivocally illustrates that such situations not only make the job a hassle but also inhibit the
potential productivity of all
employees. Basically, as the employee realizes that he or she (or others around them) is being devalued, he or she becomes less committed to doing the best job possible. Dealing with the resulting morale issue is extremely challenging. Even if the actual problem is addressed, often lost trust is difficult to repair. For instance, if the company attempts to encourage employees to report potential problems, few will likely come forward because they can’t possibly believe that they won’t get yelled at or have their issues ignored once again. Trust and Betrayal in the Workplace explains that this situation need not be futile. There are ways to rebuild trust and address past issues to create a stronger, more productive business.