What exactly is “non-productive” behavior?
Those who are familiar with the Oakley Advisors coaching program know that we often speak of non-productive behavior. It is a somewhat odd term, especially when talking about executives and senior managers who are usually known as being very productive members of the business.
Non-productive behavior does not necessarily mean that the executive is not being productive. To the contrary, their personal work output may be extremely high. However, they may be exhibiting behaviors that inhibit the productivity of those who work with and for them. They might demand that others manage exactly to their own exacting standards. Or they may display a number of intimidating management behaviors. They often are not even aware that they are doing this and they most certainly are not aware of the detrimental effect their behaviors are having on the business. These are the situations where we use the term “non-productive behavior”.
Oakley Advisors executive coaches have worked with many managers who have strong tendencies toward non-productive behavior. We actually see this as an area that is on the rise as we work with more and more companies. By helping these managers to recognize and alter their behaviors, the businesses in which they work achieve remarkable increases in productivity and employee satisfaction.
Jerry Kleinhaus
Oakley Advisors
Certified Executive Coaching
Cincinnati, Ohio
Nationwide Executive Coaching and Talent Management Services
