Have you ever seen someone in a meeting and wondered to yourself, "Didn't he look in the mirror before leaving his house?" Or, "Doesn't she know dogs come running when she talks with that high-pitched tone?" Or, "Who does he think he is being late all the time?"
Why do people miss the obvious?Is it lack of self-awareness?
Perhaps he was in a hurry to get ready for the day and is lucky to be wearing pants at all, much less be concerned with the falling hem and kool-aid stains. Perhaps she hasn't noticed people constantly ask her to repeat because her voice is like one of those silent dog whistles. Perhaps he is oblivious to his tardiness because he has a busy day ahead. Perhaps they aren't paying attention to how they affect others.
Is it lack of knowledge? Perhaps they think the outfits fit, they squeaky voice is endearing, or their tardiness quirky? Maybe they don't know their actions contribute to their professional reputations, which affect how others treat them?
Are people simply too busy to think about the impression they give? Or, do we simply not care any more?
Kelly Tyler posts experiences and stories which help readers improve their workplace performance.
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