Is cortisol the poison in toxic leadership? How might you become a 'Spartan shield' for others in a toxic environment?

CPO Andy Carrillo, MS — Fri, 25 Sep 2015 20:49:03 -0400

There has been much recent discussion about toxic leadership, in and outside of the military. Simon Sinek's embedded video was eye-opening in terms of describing the neurology behind toxic leadership and outcomes. I also found his explanation behind the Spartan shield especially enlightening and explains much about my experiences with leadership toxicity.

http://thenextweb.com/lifehacks/2015/09/20/4-scientifically-proven-methods-to-increase-your-productivity/

4 scientifically proven methods to increase your productivity

The way we are working isn’t working anymore, and hasn’t been for some time. Checking email in bed the moment we awake, chugging too much coffee, hour-long

Response by 1stSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 25 at 2015 8:59 PM

1stSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 25 Sep 2015 20:59:23 -0400

Great article that explains alot.

Response by LTC Stephen F. made Sep 25 at 2015 9:17 PM

LTC Stephen F. — Fri, 25 Sep 2015 21:17:07 -0400

Toxic leadership seems like a convenient scapegoat CPO Andy Carrillo, MS. I realize that their are "leaders" who motivate by fear; but, I think they are few and far between. There are many coping mechanisms which individuals use to get through the day. Some can be harmful to many; but, beneficial to a few.
Certainly checking email the moment we awake is not a great idea because we might not be fully awake when we respond.