Ever had that sinking feeling when a small issue suddenly snowballs into a full-blown crisis because it was brushed off one too many times? Welcome to the tricky territory of letting bad behavior slide until it’s impossible to ignore. It’s a place where leaders tiptoe around toxic attitudes and actions, hoping the problems will magically disappear–but spoiler alert–they don’t.
Whether it’s allowing rudeness to fester or letting underperformance slip by, tolerating problematic behavior sends the message that it’s acceptable, ultimately eroding morale and team cohesion. It starts small but left unchecked, this behavior can metastasize across the leadership team and the entire organization.
