Hello
Looking for some advice on how to deal with that senior leader who is so off the current pace that they even call themselves a dinosaur? I am a HR lead and this week presented a new mental health initiative to the senior mgmt team. Unfortunately this was met by one leader with a jokey attitude and comments of “I’m a dinosaur I know but if it gets the snowflakes back to work then crack on I’d like to tel them to man up”
I’m not completely new to this viewpoint and thankfully it’s in the minority but I find it so frustrating and insulting to deal with. How would you combat? We don’t work in the same office so can’t really do a face to face conversation. I don’t think he means harm but just isn’t of the attitude that we should need to bother with these things (even though it was no cost!)
Would love to hear peoples thoughts and experiences thank you!
Unfortunately this was met by one leader with a jokey attitude and comments of “I’m a dinosaur I know but if it gets the snowflakes back to work then crack on I’d like to tel them to man up”
Sounds to me like a bit of a joke. I see nothing particularly wrong in describing yourself as a dinosaur and for the remainder of his comment, perhaps he's one of the many who aren't afraid to say what they really think even if it upsets the 'woke'. As you say, he has a jokey attitude. He didn't actually say it to someone who had mental health issues, nor did he object to your suggestions did he?
There are lots of people who'd suggest illegal methods of dealing with criminals/crime for exampleMost people often say what they'd like to do, in situations, but in reality they would not do so. ie, "If I get my hands on him I'd give 'em a clip around the ears" -- Its just said in jest.
Speak to him if you think you need to and if you think he'll listen.
Unfortunately this was met by one leader with a jokey attitude and comments of “I’m a dinosaur I know but if it gets the snowflakes back to work then crack on I’d like to tel them to man up”
Sounds to me like a bit of a joke. I see nothing particularly wrong in describing yourself as a dinosaur and for the remainder of his comment, perhaps he's one of the many who aren't afraid to say what they really think even if it upsets the 'woke'. As you say, he has a jokey attitude. He didn't actually say it to someone who had mental health issues, nor did he object to your suggestions did he?
There are lots of people who'd suggest illegal methods of dealing with criminals/crime for exampleMost people often say what they'd like to do, in situations, but in reality they would not do so. ie, "If I get my hands on him I'd give 'em a clip around the ears" -- Its just said in jest.
Speak to him if you think you need to and if you think he'll listen.
