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Diminishers punish mistakes and instill fear from "summary" of Multipliers by Liz Wiseman,Greg McKeown
Diminishers operate with an iron fist, using mistakes as an opportunity to showcase power and control. When someone slips up, they pounce on the error, making an example out of the individual in front of their peers. This public shaming not only corrects the mistake but also sends a clear message to others: be careful, or face the consequences. The fear instilled by diminishers is palpable; team members walk on eggshells, constantly worried about making a misstep and incurring the wrath of their leader. The punishment meted out by diminishers serves a dual purpose. On one hand, it aims to correct the mistake and prevent it from happening again. By highlighting the error and reprimanding the individual responsible, diminishers believe they are enforcing discipline and ensuring compliance. On the other hand, this punitive approach is intended to assert dominance and reinforce the power dynamic within the team. By showcasing their authority through punishment, diminishers seek to maintain control and keep their subordinates in line. The constant threat of punishment creates a toxic environment where innovation and creativity are stifled. Team members become risk-averse, unwilling to take chances or try new approaches for fear of making a mistake. This fear-based culture hampers productivity and inhibits collaboration, as individuals are more focused on avoiding punishment than on working together towards a common goal. In the long run, the punitive tactics of diminishers lead to a decrease in morale and a loss of trust among team members.- The approach of diminishers to mistakes and fear only serves to undermine the potential of their team. Instead of fostering a culture of learning and growth, they create an atmosphere of anxiety and apprehension. By choosing punishment over support and instilling fear instead of trust, diminishers limit the capacity of their team to reach its full potential. In contrast, multipliers understand that mistakes are an inherent part of the learning process and use them as opportunities for growth and development. By creating a safe space for experimentation and innovation, multipliers empower their team to achieve greater heights.
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