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Respecting the Chain of Command
Many people are used to a chain of command, and now that we are in positions of power, we find that there are times when that does need to be brought up, especially since some younger folks don’t seem to be as used to a hierarchy.
Karamel offers an example from Women Travel Abroad, discussing WTA’s policy on transgender women joining women-only cruises and how that involved chain of command. We also discuss, however, the fact that not understanding the chain of command and being disrespectful toward people who are higher up is not just an issue among younger generations.
Ultimately, a chain of command is a system in which instructions are passed from one person to another, and it, among other things, defines when, what, and to whom you should report. This system is in place for a good reason, and whenever you do sidestep chain of command, be sure that you know what you’re doing and that you’re doing it for the right reason. Otherwise, it can really come off as a lack of respect.
Time Stamps
[0:28] - We are talking about chain of command.
[3:04] - Karamel talks about how youth has changed over time.
[4:10] - Michele believes in an open door policy.
[4:35] - How does a traditional chain of command operate?
[7:43] - Michele argues for asking for policy clarity.
[10:59] - Michele argues that the younger generation does still understand hierarchy.
[13:33] - Michele gives an example of a young person’s behavior.
[14:29] - Karamel points out that this is not just an issue among young people.
[16:47] - Michele has been having to deal with various ways of being treated as a leader.
[18:19] - Karamel refers to a website relevant to the conversation.
[21:29] - You need to know what a policy is before doing something with it.
[24:07] - Karamel sums up what chain of command is.
[26:26] - Always be prepared for the consequences of your actions.
[28:16] - Michele reiterates that she has an open door policy and wants to be close to people.
Resources
CEO Chronicles – Website
Email CEO Chronicles: [email protected]
Email Michele: [email protected]
Email Karamel: [email protected]
Women Travel Abroad - Website
Organimi - Website
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By Michele Coley & Karamel McCoyMany people are used to a chain of command, and now that we are in positions of power, we find that there are times when that does need to be brought up, especially since some younger folks don’t seem to be as used to a hierarchy.
Karamel offers an example from Women Travel Abroad, discussing WTA’s policy on transgender women joining women-only cruises and how that involved chain of command. We also discuss, however, the fact that not understanding the chain of command and being disrespectful toward people who are higher up is not just an issue among younger generations.
Ultimately, a chain of command is a system in which instructions are passed from one person to another, and it, among other things, defines when, what, and to whom you should report. This system is in place for a good reason, and whenever you do sidestep chain of command, be sure that you know what you’re doing and that you’re doing it for the right reason. Otherwise, it can really come off as a lack of respect.
Time Stamps
[0:28] - We are talking about chain of command.
[3:04] - Karamel talks about how youth has changed over time.
[4:10] - Michele believes in an open door policy.
[4:35] - How does a traditional chain of command operate?
[7:43] - Michele argues for asking for policy clarity.
[10:59] - Michele argues that the younger generation does still understand hierarchy.
[13:33] - Michele gives an example of a young person’s behavior.
[14:29] - Karamel points out that this is not just an issue among young people.
[16:47] - Michele has been having to deal with various ways of being treated as a leader.
[18:19] - Karamel refers to a website relevant to the conversation.
[21:29] - You need to know what a policy is before doing something with it.
[24:07] - Karamel sums up what chain of command is.
[26:26] - Always be prepared for the consequences of your actions.
[28:16] - Michele reiterates that she has an open door policy and wants to be close to people.
Resources
CEO Chronicles – Website
Email CEO Chronicles: [email protected]
Email Michele: [email protected]
Email Karamel: [email protected]
Women Travel Abroad - Website
Organimi - Website